| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
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To provide students with a foundation level knowledge and understanding of general, systematic and diagnostic pathology together with screening and treatment rationale in relation to cancer.
The module will cover the following topics:
•General and Diagnostic Pathology
•Breast Cancer
•Respiratory Tract Cancers
•Alimentary System Cancers
•Gynaecological Cancers
•Urinary System Cancers
•Male Reproductive System Cancers
•Lymphoid and Myeloid Cancers
•Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Cancers
•Skin Cancer
•Paediatric cancer
•Bone and Soft Tissue Cancer
•Endocrine Cancer
•Central Nervous System Cancer
On completion of this module students will able to:
•Demonstrate an understanding of diagnostic histopathology and cytology processes
•Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of general cancer pathology, cancer screening, treatment and tumour markers
•Identify the aetiology, incidence, appearances, behaviour, prognosis and diagnosis of common tumours of the major organ systems
On completion of this module students will able to:
•Critically appraise the appropriate pathological processes in relation to clinical situations.
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 2 | 20:00 | 40:00 | Independent assessment preparation |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 10 | 6:00 | 60:00 | Online content |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | eJournal |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 10 | 5:00 | 50:00 | Supplemental reading |
| Guided Independent Study | Online Discussion | 10 | 3:00 | 30:00 | Via discussion board |
| Total | 200:00 |
Through a series of online tutorials and weekly activities as well as private study (including directed reading) students will gain a detailed knowledge of the histopathology, cytology and general cancer pathology. Students are encouraged to participate in online collaborative discussions via the discussion boards and to maintain a portfolio to help consolidate their understanding of the curricula. Weekly case studies allow students to apply their knowledge to real life examples.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Examination | 1 | M | 40 | 10 mins - case study recorded presentation. In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50 in the oral. |
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | 60 | Online MCQs (6 x 20 mins each). In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50 in the exam. |
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | Weekly MCQ assessments |
The learning outcomes are formally assessed using an online multiple choice exam and a detailed case review. The assessments will require the students to apply the knowledge they have gained throughout the module. The questions will place emphasis on the translation of the basic cancer science aspects of pathology into the clinical setting, allowing students to critically appraise the appropriate pathological information in relation to the example.
For the case study students will be asked to present a case of their own (or if this is not possible will be offered one from a case bank). In addition to uploading their recorded presentation, students will present in their workplace.
Formative MCQ assessments allow students to monitor their understanding against the learning outcomes.
In order to pass this module candidates are required to achieve an overall pass mark of 50 or above for both assessments in the module as well as the module overall.
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