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Module Title	Introduction to Drug Discovery and Development
School	Institute of Clinical Sciences
Department	Pharmacy
Module Code	02 19961
Module Lead	Dr A J Cooper
Level	Honours Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
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Co-requisites
Restrictions	BSc Chemistry with Pharmacology - compulsory
Contact Hours	Work based learning-10 hours Guided independent study-90 hours Total: 100 hours
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Description	The module will introduce the students to the processes involved in drug development from concept to market. The various means of drug discovery such as investigation of natural products and rational drug design will be considered. The students will then go on to cover the scientific and legal requirements for developing a promising new drug release to the market.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module the student should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the many routes from which potential drugs can be sourced Appreciate the complex procedures involved in developing a potential drug, including manufacturing, scientific and legal issues
Assessment	19961-01 : Overall Module Mark : Mixed (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Defining and providing a lay description of a term which will contribute towards a glossary generated by the student group (30%); Peer and tutor-assessed poster presentation (70%)
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