Bachelor of Pharmacy

Study plan Bachelor of Pharmacy

Programme description

Programme contents

The Bachelor in Pharmacy is a professional degree which enables the candidate to apply for authorization as a pharmacist in some of the Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden and Finland).

The basis of pharmacy practice involves knowledge about the structure, characteristics, effects, use and production of pharmaceuticals. The terms drug information, drug distribution and pharmaceutical production are important parts of the pharmacist’s professional knowledge. Medical, chemical, pharmaceutical and social scientific topics are integrated in the practice of pharmacy. Work including the dispensing of drugs and guidance in the use of drugs requires basic theoretic knowledge from these various fields of study. Practical application of this specialist knowledge contributes to appropriate problem solving in collaboration with patients, colleagues and other partners.

Most pharmacists get a job working in a pharmacy. Pharmacies are contributors to the health service in Norway. They are local professional environments with knowledge about pharmaceuticals and are there to promote rational drug use. The pharmacist's duties require contact and cooperation with patients, physicians, dentists, veterinarians, home-based services and hospitals/nursing homes, amongst others. Good communication skills are a necessary part of the total professional competence associated with being a pharmacist. These skills are applied when in contact with patients and other health care groups. The programme demands a good level of both written and oral Norwegian.

A bachelor candidate in pharmacy needs to have the knowledge, skills and attitudes involved in pharmaceutical subjects which qualify for government authorization as a pharmacist cf. The Health Personnel Act of 2nd July 1999, including the right to dispense drugs in Norwegian pharmacies.

Nord University wishes to educate responsible and reflected pharmacists suited to the various areas of the pharmaceutical industry and health system, while providing lifelong learning. Formation is central and should help students exercise their ability to raise awareness, critical assessment, responsible action and make reflected choices.

Pharmacy education has adopted and focuses on digital teaching methods that support traditional education.

The programme’s main educational language is Norwegian. International students involved in exchange programmes can now participate in certain courses during the fifth semester. The teaching of these courses will be provided in English if international students from our partner institutions are present. Students will be expected to participate using English, both orally and in some cases in writing.

Structure and composition

Topics from several subject areas are included in the programme. The programme can be divided into four key academic areas in order to facilitate the overview of contents: chemistry, pharmaceutical bioscience, biopharmacy/pharmaceutics and social pharmacy courses. The study has a holistic pharmacy-oriented focus and the areas of study overlap. During the final year of study, students can choose between taking a Bachelor (15 credits) or taking the course Drug information and evidence-based practices (15 credits).

The knowledge gained from chemistry courses is important regarding a basic understanding of most parts of the pharmacy field. Knowledge of chemistry is especially important both for the development of new active substances, understanding the characteristics of various pharmaceutical forms and for predicting different pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic parameters. Moreover, chemistry is important for the understanding of how the body's different building blocks are put together and work. Chemical principles are also used as a basis for determining the quality of pharmaceutical ingredients and for analysing "foreign" substances in the body e.g. narcotics, doping agents and pharmaceuticals.

Knowledge gained from pharmaceutical bioscience is needed to understand the body's normal composition and functions, as well as abnormal conditions and processes. The basic courses form a foundation for the courses of pharmacology. These courses deals with how drugs effect the organism, the clinical use of drugs, variation in the effects of drugs and drug interactions. Knowledge in microbiology provides the basis for understanding the manufacturing of sterile preparations, as well as the use and misuse of antibacterial drugs.

Knowledge of biopharmacy/pharmaceutics provides understanding and knowledge of the composition and manufacture of pharmaceutical forms as well as their characteristics, quality and use. The subject area also provides knowledge about the significance of pharmaceutical forms regarding the clinical effect and durability of drugs. Knowledge regarding the use of quality assurance systems is also a necessary part of the pharmacist’s practice.

Knowledge of Social Pharmacy topics provides an understanding of the pharmacist’s responsibility regarding the handling and dispensing of drugs, as well as the handling of prescriptions and information and guidance on the correct use of drugs, particularly in pharmacies and primary health services. The role of health professionals requires that pharmacists can apply their knowledge of drugs and communicate with colleagues, customers/patients and other health professionals about this. Understanding of people's individual perception and knowledge of health, disease, drugs and to individually adapt information and guidance is important for professional practice. Furthermore, the topics will contribute to the development of the basic values which health professionals think and act on. Amongst other things, it entails being able to see your own professional subject in a larger context. This requires knowledge about the society in which we live, public health, the health service and the statutory and ethical framework the professional practice works within. The courses include training on basing information and decisions on documentation/evidence. Here, critical assessment of both scientific literature and other sources is important. The courses will also promote lifelong learning.

Practice placement

Page 1 of 45 Organization of external practice placement studies

The programme involves compulsory practice placement. Practice placement studies account for 20 credits, are included in the course of Pharmacy Practice (27.5 credits) and are carried out in the 6th semester. In the practice placement period, the student will be given opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge, incorporate skills and develop ethical work attitudes. In the practice placement period, the student will receive an introduction and training in pharmacy’s occupational duties. The student will gradually be given the opportunity to partake in these duties and the responsibilities that the role requires. This also means that the student develops a foundation for pharmaceutical evaluation by planning, performing and critically evaluating their own work.

The practice placement is chosen through a national practice placement pool. Students are assigned a random number and can choose a placement pharmacy accordingly. Many students choose practice placement in their hometown. In some places there may be a lack of practice placements and students may have to carry out their placement somewhere other than their hometown. There are relatively few practice placements in Namsos. The student will be assigned a practice placement supervisor in the pharmacy and a contact person at Nord University.

For supplementary information refer to the practice booklet for practice placement in the pharmacy programme and to the Handbook for study in pharmacies.

In the event of a student possibly failing their practice placement, the student must receive a written warning at least 3 weeks before the end of their placement. Passing the practice placement involves the student having no greater absence than 10% and that the student has fulfilled the criteria set out in the practice placement programme for the placement period.

In addition to practice placement during the 6th semester, a pharmacy visit is held during the programme’s first semester.

Types of work, learning and assessment

The programme includes both practical and theoretical teaching at the university and external practice placement at a pharmacy. External practice studies take place at pharmacies around the country and follow national guidelines.

Different working methods will promote students' personal development so that independence, sense of responsibility and ability to cooperate are increased. Emphasis is placed on utilizing varied working methods that alternate between theoretical and practical knowledge processing. The working methods will contribute to develop the students’ critical and considered relationship with the knowledge they meet during the programme, and form the basis for lifelong learning.

The working methods and learning activities used are self-determined studies and self-determined activity, group work, problem-based work, problem-based learning, lectures (in classrooms and/or online), online lessons, study groups, task-seminars, laboratory courses, laboratory reports, written exercises, skills training, writing and oral presentation, project work, journal writing, role-playing, discussions, reflection, student-led teaching, fellow student response, as well as other seminars and practice placement studies. Digital technology and pedagogy are central in several of these working methods. Self-determined study and self-determined activity is part of all courses. In addition, the working methods and learning activities involved are stated in each of the course descriptions.

Digital teaching methods that enable online participation are used for parts of various courses. Subject teachers consider the relevance of the use of such tools in each course. Students are informed if such tools will be used and to what extent at the start of each course. It is also possible to conduct guidance, group work, task seminars and study groups online.

Students should be able to influence and feel responsible for the programme’s pedagogical development. This requires active participation throughout the course of study, with evaluation of both the programme’s academic content and pedagogical platform.

The programme’s progression requirements

There are requirements regarding the progression of study in this programme:

all first semester courses must be passed to progress to second year tuition and exams. all courses, including those in the third semester, must be passed to progress to third year tuition and exams. there are also specific additional requirements regarding the courses Pharmaceutical analysis, Pharmacy practice, Bachelor thesis and Drug information and evidence-based practices. These requirements are detailed in the course descriptions.

Access to laboratories

In order to gain access to laboratory tuition, a safety course must be conducted during the first year of study. The safety course consists of a practical part in the laboratory and a theoretical test that must be passed to gain laboratory access. The safety course is organized at the beginning of the first semester. The safety course is compulsory for all students and must be conducted within the deadlines set by the programme.

Changes in the curriculum may occur. Course descriptions are revised yearly.

ECTS Credits 180 Study level Bachelor's degree programme Teaching language Norwegian Faculty The Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences Course location Namsos

Page 2 of 45 Study model

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1st study year

Autumn 2020

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

FAR1000 General Chemistry 10 SP

FAR1004 Cell biology and physiology 10 SP

FAR1009 Social pharmacy 10 SP

Spring 2021

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

FAR1006 Organic Chemistry 10 SP

FAR1007 Microbiology and immunology 10 SP

FAR1010 Drugs and public health 10 SP

2nd study year

Autumn 2021

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

FAR2000 Bio-organic chemistry 10 SP

FAR1008 Pharmaceutical manufacturing 10 SP

FAR2009 Pharmacology 1 10 SP

Spring 2022

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

FAR2002 Medicinal Chemistry 7.5 SP

FAR2003 Pharmacology 2 15 SP

FAR2004 Pharmaceutical Analysis 7.5 SP

Page 3 of 45 3rd study year

Autumn 2022

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

FAR2005 Pharmacotherapy 7.5 SP

FAR2006 Pharmaceutics (1/2) Ends spring 2023

FAR2010 Pharmacy practice (1/2) Ends spring 2023

Elective modules (click to choose)

Spring 2023

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

FAR2006 Pharmaceutics (2/2) 10 SP

FAR2010 Pharmacy practice (2/2) 27.5 SP

Page 4 of 45 Learning outcomes

After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, the candidate is expected to have the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge: The candidate

has in-depth knowledge of the physical, chemical and pharmacological properties of central active substances (including plant-based) has broad knowledge about the body's structure, function and development of disease has broad knowledge of the composition and manufacture of central types of pharmaceutical forms, as well as their physical, chemical and biopharmaceutical properties has broad knowledge about effects, use and role of drugs in the prevention and treatment of diseases from an individual and social perspective has basic knowledge of the quality requirements, assurance and control of pharmaceuticals, drug-related products and services has knowledge about key analytical methods regarding pharmaceuticals has knowledge of fundamental mathematical, statistical and epidemiological methods has knowledge of veterinary pharmacology has knowledge about the history, tradition, distinctiveness and role in society of pharmacy has knowledge about the clinical trials of drugs with related collection and documentation requirements

Skills: The candidate

can dispense prescriptions, assess prescriptions, identify and handle drug-related problems, provide drug information and facilitate user involvement in a way that ensures rational drug use can gather drug information and propose solutions to theoretical and practical pharmacy-oriented challenges based on critical assessment and logical argumentation has basic skills in the field of aseptic technique can use systems for the quality assurance of pharmaceuticals, drug-related products and services and work in accordance with manufacturing and distribution rules can use and monitor internal control systems can work independently in accordance with laws, regulations and ethical guidelines in professional practice can utilize research-based knowledge, plan and execute a professional project alone or in collaboration with others in accordance with generally accepted professional requirements can utilize research results in professional practice and reflect critically on their own professional practice

General competence: The candidate

can actively contribute to the development of pharmacy and pharmacist’s role in society can reflect on ethical issues, show respect for users of pharmaceutical services and provide guidance to safeguard user integrity and rights can interact and communicate with partners and users of pharmaceutical services can contribute to and engage in interdisciplinary cooperation for the benefit of the patient/customer can reflect on the importance of scientific evidence and distinguish between documented and undocumented assertions be aware of innovation in relevant fields and handle simple tools used in innovation and entrepreneurship has insight into local and global health and environmental challenges has insight into drug-related issues in multicultural societies

The learning outcomes in this part of the curriculum are joint learning outcomes for all Bachelor studies in pharmacy in Norway. Joint learning outcomes are part of a 3 + 2 process to facilitate the students in taking a two-year master’s degree after a three-year bachelor’s degree in pharmacy. Joint learning outcomes at Bachelor level have been introduced at Nord University, OsloMet and at the University of Tromsø, the Arctic University of Norway. Joint learning outcomes will ensure that the students, regardless of their place of study, have the basic knowledge they need in order to work as pharmacists. These learning outcomes will also enable them to take the two-year master’s degree in pharmacy at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology or the University of Tromsø.

Admission requirements

Opptak på bakgrunn av realkompetanse kan skje etter gjeldende norske regler. Realkompetansesøkere på farmasi må ha matematikk (R1 eller (S1 +S2)) pluss KJE1 og enten fysikk eller biologi på andreklassenivå fra videregående eller KJE2 (FYS1 eller BIO1 eller KJE2).

Det vises til Forskrift om opptak til høyere utdanning § 3-1.Realkompetanse.

Page 5 of 45 Career possibilities

A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy allows you to receive the title of Pharmacist in Norway, Sweden and Finland. Pharmacists are healthcare professionals and should contribute to proper drug use. Please mark that there is a difference between this pharmacist-title, only available in these three countries, and the authorization as a pharmacist according to EU-regulations.

Pharmacists can work in pharmacies, hospitals, research or quality control laboratories, in the pharmaceutical industry, in wholesalers or within education and research. There is a large demand for pharmacists, especially in pharmacies. Pharmacists receive good salaries.

Further education

A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, after the introduction of 3 + 2, will provide the basis for a Master’s degree in Pharmacy at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and the University of Tromsø. Upon successfully completing a master’s degree, one can apply for authorization as a pharmacist. The requirements for a pharmacist are described in the EU Directive 2013/55/EU.

The programme also qualifies students to enrol in several other master’s studies that require a three-year bachelor's degree within health studies, such as the Master’s in Practical Knowledge at Nord University. Please contact the programme supervisor for detailed questions about this. The website www.farmasifag.no provides an insight into what it is like to be a pharmacy student, possible job opportunities and which institutions offer pharmacy education in Norway.

Study abroad

There is an exchange agreement with the School of Pharmacy at the University of Eastern Finland, campus Kuopio. There will be the possibility of student exchange during the programme’s fifth semester. Several exchange agreements may be facilitated.

International students can attend selected courses during the fifth semester. The teaching of these courses will take place in English if international students are present. Teacher exchange and R & D collaboration require separate agreements.

Costs

Students are expected to pay for some expenses regarding pharmacy visits during the first semester and practice placement during the sixth semester.

Lab coats should be used in the laboratories and students need to provide these themselves.

The students must have a calculator that is course-approved, and they need to provide this themselves. There can be extra costs for students who wish to participate on exchanges.

It is assumed that students have their own laptop computers. For digital communication during the programme, webcams and headphones are regarded as standard equipment. Students must cover these costs. See the current requirements on Nord University's Web site.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

If the applicant does not fulfill the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevant to the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfill the admission.

Applicants must still fulfill the requirements including Mathematics (R1 or (S1 + S2) plus Chemistry 1 and either A-level Physics or Biology, or Chemistry 2 (Physics 1 or Biology 1 or Chemistry 2).

Page 6 of 45 Examination regulations, assessment and grading

Assessment and grading use the letters A-F, where A is the top grade and F is a fail. Work may also be assessed as pass/fail or approved/not approved.

We refer to applicable laws, regulations and guidelines: https://www.nord.no/no/om-oss/lover-forskrifter-retningslinjer/Sider/default.aspx

Assessment methods

Nord University has several assessment methods that can be used in the various courses. Both examinations and other types of assessment are included in these assessment methods. Working methods, learning methods and assessment methods (including examinations) are found in the course descriptions. Note that certain written school exams at Nord University are conducted digitally.

The most common assessment methods (besides exams) used in the programme are compulsory participation and coursework. Compulsory participation is primarily used when the knowledge, skill or general competence cannot be acquired alone. Compulsory participation is stated in the course description and in the teaching plan/timetable. In general, compulsory participation applies to all external practice placement studies, all internal laboratory courses, other skills training and other studies in which skills cannot be acquired alone. In the case of external practice placement studies, 90% attendance is required. Compulsory participation requires 80% attendance. It is usually a requirement to have completed the compulsory participation in order to take the course examination.

Different types of coursework are included as an assessment method in several subjects. For example, coursework can include written tasks or tests of varying scopes. Overview and further clarification of how much coursework is involved, together with submission deadlines, is included in a plan that will be available at the start of each course. Coursework must be submitted within the given time limit and must be approved to gain access to the course exam, or to receive the course grade.

Compulsory work is used when the student must complete a task which allows them to take the examination in a course. Examples are report writing or conducting practical exercises. Academic assessment of the task is required regarding compulsory work. The student can receive guidance along the way, demand grounds for the assessment and appeal the assessment of failed work.

Programme evaluation

Both external and internal assessment of the study will be carried out. External assessment is carried out by external examiners who acts as task consultants. The internal assessment is carried out by students and teachers. The assessment includes mid-term evaluation and/or final evaluation of the courses. A course assessment report is sent to the programme coordinator in which all course evaluation information is compiled into an annual programme report. Programme assessments play a central role in the programme’s development, especially regarding its quality.

A programme committee has been established including representatives from the students, the scientific staff and external representatives. The programme coordinator heads this committee. The head of department participates together with an administrative representative who acts as secretary. The programme committee provides advice on matters pertaining to the programme’s social relevance, demand, quality, academic and pedagogical profile, content, structure and implementation.

Qualifications requirements and regulations

Please refer to the applicable legislation, regulations and related guidelines.

Suitability

Pharmacy education has requirements regarding professional suitability. Ongoing assessment of suitability is conducted throughout the programme and is part of a comprehensive assessment of the student's academic and personal requirements associated with healthcare personnel and social workers, cf. Regulations on suitability assessment in higher education.

A special suitability assessment is to be made if there is reasonable doubt about a student’s suitability.

Authorisation

The programme results in a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and allows application to the Norwegian Directorate of Health regarding authorisation as an officially approved pharmacist according to The Health Personnel Act of 2nd July, 1999, § 48.

Page 7 of 45 Subject descriptions (17)

Page 8 of 45 Subject descriptions (17)

General Chemistry FAR1000 See the curriculum description

GENERAL CHEMISTRY FAR1000

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 1st study year Anne Brekken Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Assistant Professor +47 74 21 23 44 Start semester Autumn 2020 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The course deals with general chemistry as a basis for subsequent pharmacy subjects. Emphasis is placed on basic chemical calculations, knowledge and understanding of the structure and properties of substances, redox chemistry, equilibrium calculations (gases, acid-base, solubility), thermodynamics and kinetics.

Costs

See the curriculum description

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

explain atomic structure with electron configuration (orbital theory) and the relation to the periodic table account for intra- and intermolecular forces and the relation between structure and physicochemical properties explain different concentration terms, balancing of chemical equations and stoichiometric assessments describe different types of reactions (redox reactions, precipitation, acid-base reactions and gas-forming reactions) explain chemical equilibrium in connection with gases, acid-base reactions and solubility, with emphasis on pH and acidity assessments explain thermodynamic principles and the relation between thermodynamics, electrochemistry and chemical equilibrium explain the main principles of reaction kinetics

Skills:

apply acquired knowledge to perform basic chemical calculations present basic laboratory techniques and follow safety rules in the laboratory assess and report results of laboratory experiments in the standardized manner

General competence:

apply acquired knowledge to make assessments in relation to substance structure and physicochemical properties, chemical calculations, equilibrium assessments and practical laboratory work.

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

No prerequisite knowledge is required apart from the course's admission requirements.

Page 9 of 45 Teaching activities and methods

Lectures, self-study, study groups/exercises and laboratory courses with related reports.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator. Approved formulary.

Course evaluation

Course evaluations are conducted in all courses, and the students are invited to take an active role in these evaluations. Course evaluations may include mid-term evaluations and/or final evaluations of the courses. The head of the course decides how such evaluations are performed.

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course.

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Written school examiniation, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examiniation.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examiniation.

Compulsory participation 80%, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examiniation.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 10 of 45 Cell biology and physiology FAR1004 See the curriculum description

CELL BIOLOGY AND PHYSIOLOGY FAR1004

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 1st study year Håvard Magne Jakobsen Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 96 Start semester Autumn 2020 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The course will provide an introduction to cell biology focusing on cell structure and function, how cells interact with their microenvironment, as well as the anatomical composition and function of key organs in the human body.

Costs

See the curriculum description

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

know about the body's macromolecules describe human cell structure and function account for transport mechanisms across cell membranes describe cell membrane potential and the development of action potentials account for principles in nerve-controlled and chemical communication between cells describe how cells perform and regulate cell division describe how cells bind with each other and are organized in different types of tissue have knowledge of basic genetic and molecular biological mechanisms describe the composition and function of central organs and organ systems. This includes the nervous system, the endocrine system, the digestive system, the circulatory system, the kidneys and urinary tracts, the musculoskeletal system and the respiratory system

Skills:

describe the regulation of central physiological processes that sustain homeostasis

General competence:

convey cellular biological and physiological issues, both written and orally

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

No prerequisite knowledge is required apart from the course¿s admission requirements.

Page 11 of 45 Mode of delivery

Teaching is provided through lectures, online lessons, participation in seminars and study groups.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course.

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Written school examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 12 of 45 Social pharmacy FAR1009 Students are expected to pay for some expenses regarding pharmacy visits.

SOCIAL PHARMACY FAR1009

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 1st study year Linda Amundstuen Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Førstelektor +47 74 82 37 52 Start semester Autumn 2020 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

Social Pharmacy will help develop a set of values consistent with what is expected of pharmacists and healthcare professionals regarding the way they act and think. An important task for pharmacists is to use their knowledge to ensure the rational use of drugs.

Pharmacists who work in pharmacies must have authorization as a healthcare professional. The role of a healthcare worker requires knowledge of drugs and knowledge of people in society. This includes understanding how people act in relation to drug use. Healthcare professionals require knowledge about the society we live in, the health service and the statutory framework in which this professional practice exists. Teaching in this topic will focus on the pharmacy service, drugs, legislation and the pharmacist.

Costs

Students are expected to pay for some expenses regarding pharmacy visits.

Learning outcomes

After completing the subject, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

account for how todays pharmacy service in Norway works and show insight into pharmacy legislation, with particular emphasis on the establishment and management of pharmacies be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of randomized, double-blind controlled studies and have an understanding of what the placebo effect is know the relevant legislation and legal basis governing the practice of services, with special focus on classification, marketing authorization, clinical trials and sales of pharmaceuticals, traditional plant-based pharmaceuticals, natural/herbal remedies and supplements account for communication as a professional worker show insight regarding ethical theories and concepts that are central to professional practice within healthcare be aware of the concept of self-care as well as the principles of self-care related to certain non-prescription drugs and how they work show insight into the rational use of drugs, adherence and possible causes regarding the incorrect use of pharmaceuticals account for health and disease perception and be aware of different perceptions pertaining to drugs

Skills:

show insight and reflection regarding the role of pharmacists and pharmacies in the health service, with special focus on the pharmacist as a health professional express themselves clearly when writing and speaking to both professionals and others answer, discuss and reflect on social pharmacy issues by employing theoretical knowledge

General competence:

show insight in simple searches and various search engines to find scientific articles and other relevant sources, including assessing the reliability of these sources be aware of the organization, management level and structure of decision-making within the health and social sector be aware of how pharmacoeconomics and drug politics affect priorities within the health services be able to undertake academic writing and use appropriate sources and references

Page 13 of 45 Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

No prerequisite knowledge is required apart from the course¿s admission requirements.

Mode of delivery

The course employs various working methods and learning activities, such as lectures, individual work, group work, role-playing, case-based teaching, seminars, written submissions and practical exercises.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

None

Course evaluation

Professional practice

In this course the students will visit a pharmacy.

Exam description

Assessment and grading using pass/fail.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått Oral examination, 30 minutes, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Oral examination.

Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Oral examination.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 14 of 45 Organic Chemistry FAR1006 See the curriculum description

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FAR1006

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 1st study year Anne Brekken Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Assistant Professor +47 74 21 23 44 Start semester Spring 2021 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The course provides an introduction to basic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical organic chemistry, emphasizing knowledge about functional groups and the relation between structure and reactivity, resonance, isomerism and stereochemistry, main types of reactions and reaction mechanisms , interpretation of NMR-spectroscopic data and chemical synthesis of simple active substances in the laboratory.

Costs

See the curriculum description

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

account for important functional groups in organic chemistry and in pharmaceutical active substances account for the connection between organic molecule structure and chemical reactivity account for isomeric and stereochemical states account for the main types of reactions and reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry

Skills:

present basic laboratory techniques and follow safety rules in the laboratory perform the chemical synthesis of selected pharmaceutical active substances with assisted guidance identify selected organic compounds from their NMR-spectroscopic data

General competence:

apply acquired knowledge to make assessments about reactivity and types of reactions in organic molecules and act reflectively regarding practical laboratory work.

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

No prerequisite knowledge is required apart from the course¿s admission requirements.

Page 15 of 45 Mode of delivery

Lectures, exercises, self- study and laboratory course.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator and approved formulary. Molecular building kits are handed out.

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Written school examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Assessment task, 2 hours, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 16 of 45 Microbiology and immunology FAR1007 See the curriculum description

MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY FAR1007

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 1st study year Håvard Magne Jakobsen Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 96 Start semester Spring 2021 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The course emphasizes the basic aspects of microbiology, how various microorganisms are structured and how they can cause disease/illness. In addition, mechanisms of action of various antimicrobial drugs and how microbial resistance to these develops, is studied. A thorough introduction will be given of how the immune system works when fighting infectious diseases. Selected drugs that affect the immune system will be undergone. Pharmaceutical issues are a constant focus in this course.

Costs

See the curriculum description

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

describe the structure and characteristics of the various main groups of medically important microorganisms¿ describe microbiological classification and nomenclature¿ have knowledge about the effects of central antimicrobial drugs have knowledge about the prevention and treatment of different infections as well as the importance of the rational use and prescription of antimicrobial drugs¿ explain how resistance to antimicrobial drugs is selected, arises and spreads describe the organization and main functions of the innate and the acquired immune system account for what characterizes and causes inflammation, as well as the cell types and signal molecules involved in inflammatory responses account for the roles of MHC molecules during antigen presentation as well as the activation of lymphocytes have knowledge about selected pharmaceuticals that affect the immune system.

¿ Skills:

isolate, cultivate, identify and determine antibiotic resistance of bacteria master the basic methods of aseptic technique ¿

¿ General competence:

present and explain microbiological issues both orally and in writing

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

No prerequisite knowledge is required apart from the course¿s admission requirements.

Page 17 of 45 Mode of delivery

Teaching is provided through lectures, online lessons, participation in seminars and laboratory work.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written examination. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written assignment.

Written assignment, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 18 of 45 Drugs and public health FAR1010 See curriculum description

DRUGS AND PUBLIC HEALTH FAR1010

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 1st study year Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Start semester Spring 2021 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian Application deadline

Course description

Teaching will focus on public health from a drug perspective, nationally and globally. The topic introduces the philosophy of science, selected research methods and research ethics. Work includes the understanding of basic statistical, epidemiological and pharmacoepidemiological concepts and the advantages and disadvantages of various epidemiological and pharmacoepidemiological study designs. The topic will focus largely on the critical evaluation of scientific articles related to epidemiology and pharmacoepidemiology.

The topic also addresses the themes of poisoning and special groups of drug users.

Costs

See curriculum description

Learning outcomes

After completing the subject, the student is able to:

Knowledge

show insight into basic epidemiological and pharmacoepidemiological concepts account for national and global public health issues and various factors and social conditions affecting public health, with special emphasis on drug use describe the special needs of selected drug user groups describe fundamental, statistical, epidemiological, and pharmacoepidemiological methods to assess the effects of drug use

Skills:

master fundamental statistical methods critically review scientific articles based on selected epidemiological and pharmacoepidemiological study designs

General competence:

have knowledge about the philosophy of science and research methodology discuss and present topic-related issues with and for fellow students be able to undertake academic writing and use appropriate sources and reference

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

No prerequisite knowledge is required apart from the courses admission requirements.

Page 19 of 45 Mode of delivery

Lectures, group work, individual work, fellow student response, literature seminars, oral presentations, written submissions. A piece of project work is carried out during this topic.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written school examination, 4 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Compulsory particitation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Compulosry participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 20 of 45 Bio-organic chemistry FAR2000 See description in the curriculum

BIO-ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FAR2000

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Eirik Johansson Solum Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 83 Start semester Autumn 2021 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The course includes the subjects of biochemistry, the chemistry of natural substances, organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry. The course provides an introduction to the composition, structure and activity of certain biologically important molecules, the main classes of natural substances, metabolism, enzymes (composition and kinetics). The course is divided between the disciplines of pharmaceutical bioscience (5 credits) and pharmaceutical chemistry (5 credits).

Costs

See description in the curriculum

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge

have an overview of the composition, properties, structure and activity of the biomolecules carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. have an overview of the composition, properties and application of selected natural substances relevant to pharmaceuticals. have an overview of and understand the fundamental chemical properties essential to the biological properties of drugs. have a thorough understanding of how chemical energy is converted into biological processes. have knowledge of enzyme composition, function and kinetics.

Skills

perform simple kinetic calculations.

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

All first semester courses must be passed to start this course

Teaching activities and methods

Lectures, study groups and self-study.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills that cannot be acquired alone.

Page 21 of 45 Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 22 of 45 Pharmaceutical manufacturing FAR1008 See the description in the curriculum

PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING FAR1008

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Start semester Autumn 2021 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian Application deadline

Course description

Lectures Lectures are employed for introduction and overview within a course or area of knowledge so as to raise issues and to explain material that is difficult to access.

Literature studies and work on theory-based tasks Theory and understanding of the theoretical principles of pharmaceutical composition and manufacturing help to form the basis for pharmaceutical knowledge. It is necessary that individual students gain a deeper understanding of relevant theories to be able to exercise proper practice. Therefore, answering theoretical questions is an important part of the coursework. Here, students are given the opportunity to show their knowledge, reflection, accuracy and application of relevant works of reference/literature.

Guidance Guidance takes place in the form of a joint timesheet review and coursework feedback. Teachers/supervisors provide support and follow- up of students learning and development in the laboratory.

Laboratory exercises Practical work in the laboratory highlights the theoretical principles that help form the choice of methods of administration and the production of certain types of pharmaceuticals. Individual students will develop skills and the ability to reflect through testing and personal experience. In addition to practical skills, control systems, organization, accuracy and hygiene are emphasized.

Costs

See the description in the curriculum

Page 23 of 45 Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

account for the laws and regulations concerning the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals in pharmacies. reproduce the key characteristics of a range of pharmaceutical and excipient substances used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, as well as their labelling and storage. account for the manufacturing methods of the most common types of pharmaceuticals produced in pharmacies identify preparation types and discuss their significance to the preparation define relevant types of pharmaceuticals and excipient preparations account for requirements, rules and recommendations regarding excipients and pharmaceutical forms used in pharmaceutical manufacturing in pharmacy, for example related to pH, grain fineness, influence of temperature etc

Skill:

use monographs and standard operating procedures (SOP) in the manufacturing and/or reformulation of pharmaceuticals, and comply with current storage regulations, requirements/rules and recommendations apply knowledge (theoretical and practical) to reflect on various pharmaceutical manufacturin procedures so as to undertake impact assessment (advantages and disadvantages) regarding various production choices practice and assess use of the control systems as well as the requirements regarding hygiene, accuracy and organization of production utilize labelling rules and guidelines as well as nomenclature

General competence:

utilize relevant works of reference and specialist literature use sources and referencing techniques in relation to academic writing convey pharmaceutical subject material in Norwegian, both written and orally, to users of pharmaceuticals, colleagues and other personnel in the health and care sector

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

All first semester courses must be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Lectures

Lectures are employed for introduction and overview within a course or area of knowledge so as to raise issues and to explain material that is difficult to access.

Literature studies and work on theory-based tasks

Theory and understanding of the theoretical principles of pharmaceutical composition and manufacturing help to form the basis for pharmaceutical knowledge. It is necessary that individual students gain a deeper understanding of relevant theories to be able to exercise proper practice. Therefore, answering theoretical questions is an important part of the coursework. Here, students are given the opportunity to show their knowledge, reflection, accuracy and application of relevant works of reference/literature.

Guidance

Guidance takes place in the form of a joint timesheet review and coursework feedback. Teachers/supervisors provide support and follow-up of students¿ learning and development in the laboratory.

Laboratory exercises

Practical work in the laboratory highlights the theoretical principles that help form the choice of methods of administration and the production of certain types of pharmaceuticals. Individual students will develop skills and the ability to reflect through testing and personal experience. In addition to practical skills, control systems, organization, accuracy and hygiene are emphasized.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Page 24 of 45 Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compulsory participation, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written school examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 25 of 45 Pharmacology 1 FAR2009 See description in the curriculum.

PHARMACOLOGY 1 FAR2009

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Aileen Cathrine Lien Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Assistant Professor +47 74 21 23 94 Start semester Autumn 2021 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

This course examines both fundamental and special pharmacology and builds on previous courses such as cell biology and physiology, microbiology and immunology and the biochemical aspects of bio-organic chemistry. Basic pharmacology looks at how drugs affect the body and what the body does with drugs: pharmacokinetics and dynamics. This creates a foundation for understanding mechanisms of drug actions, effects, side effects, dosing and interactions. It also provides an understanding of how individual variation can affect drug treatment. The course also provides knowledge regarding many of the body's most important chemical mediators. Special pharmacology focuses on the use of drugs in connection with diseases of the respiratory system, the immune system and the eye.

Costs

See description in the curriculum.

Learning outcomes

After completing the subject, the student is able to:

Knowledge

account for central pharmacodynamic concepts such as ligand and substrate binding, selectivity, dose/response curve, potency and tolerance account for the central pharmacokinetic principles of drug treatment - absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion describe key factors that cause variability within pharmacokinetics and -dynamics describe chemical mediators involved in the most common physiological and pathophysiological processes that are affected by pharmaceutical treatment describe aetiology, pathophysiology and symptomatology in connection to certain diseases account for the principles of drug therapy related to certain diseases describe the use of nonmedicinal treatment for certain diseases explain cellular mechanisms of action, pharmacological effects, probable side effects and interactions of certain groups of drugs explain how various drug-related problems may arise in connection with the use of drugs describe relevant clinical chemical analyses regarding certain diseases covered in the course

Skills

Identify drug-related problems based on pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic information assess how individual variation influences the efficacy, dosage, side effects and interactions of drug treatment perform basic pharmacokinetic calculations

General competence

work both individually and in groups with a problem-based approach to the subject matter Readplan more and aboutcarry out privacy a project at Nord University and use of cookies on this website. convey subject material to fellow students

Course type

Compulsory course

Page 26 of 45 Prerequisites

All first semester courses must be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Self-determined study and self-determined activity, lectures, study groups, online lessons and compulsory group work/seminars with chemical mediators and pharmacological cases (problem-based work). Oral presentation/fellow student response in connection to group work/seminars. Written submission may be applicable for certain group work.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course.

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Written school examination, 3 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 27 of 45 Medicinal Chemistry FAR2002 See the description in the curriculum.

MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY FAR2002

ECTS Credits 7.5 Year of study 2nd study year Daniel Horst Zeiss Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 80 Start semester Spring 2022 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The medicinal chemistry course builds on previous chemistry courses (basic chemistry, organic chemistry and bio-organic chemistry), where important chemical principles are transferred and applied to pharmacologically active substances.

Medicinal chemistry focuses on molecular mechanisms of action for active substances, how active substances (drugs) interact with their target structures, intermolecular interactions and structure-activity relationships (SAR). In addition, the course focuses on the breakdown of active substances in the body (metabolism), the significance of stereochemistry regarding the pharmacological effect of drugs and pharmacokinetics, important aspects of drug development, and drug synthesis. Selected main groups of active substances are used to help shed light on these main themes.

Costs

See the description in the curriculum.

Learning outcomes

After completing the subject, the student is able to:

Knowledge

account for how active substances affect different target structures such as receptors, enzymes, ion channels and transport proteins account for how active substances are metabolized account for the conditions of pharmaceutical structure/activity, including which structural traits and functional groups influence this type of biological activity account for the central processes in drug development identify the physicochemical properties of active substances from their structure.

Skills

apply chemical principles to certain active substances which are of importance regarding their activity and stability

General competence:

plan and execute a prescribed project and convey the project results both written and orally to a sufficient standard

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

All first semester courses must be passed to start this course.

Page 28 of 45 Teaching activities and methods

Work methods and learning activities in this course are diverse and consist of lectures, online lessons and seminars. In addition, the course requires students to work individually.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator and approved formulary.

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written assignment, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written assignment. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Written school examination, 4 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 29 of 45 Pharmacology 2 FAR2003 See description in the curriculum

PHARMACOLOGY 2 FAR2003

ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 2nd study year Aileen Cathrine Lien Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Assistant Professor +47 74 21 23 94 Start semester Spring 2022 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

Pharmacology 2 builds on previous courses such as cell biology and physiology, microbiology and immunology and the biochemical aspects from bio-organic chemistry and pharmacology 1.

The course mainly encompasses special pharmacology where it focuses on the use of drugs in connection with neurological and psychiatric disorders, cardiovascular diseases, endocrine diseases, gastrointestinal diseases and cancer in humans.

The use of veterinary medicine regarding certain diseases of selected animals is included in this course.

Costs

See description in the curriculum

Learning outcomes

After completing the subject, the student is able to:

Knowledge

describe aetiology, pathophysiology and symptomatology in connection to certain diseases account for the principles of drug therapy related to certain diseases describe the use of nonmedicinal treatment for certain diseases explain cellular mechanisms of action, pharmacological effects, probable side effects and interactions of certain groups of drugs explain how various drug-related problems may arise in connection with the use of pharmaceuticals describe relevant clinical chemical analyses regarding certain diseases covered in the course account for veterinary pharmacology regarding selected animals

Skills

identify drug-related problems assess how individual variation influences the efficacy, dosage, side effects and interactions of drug treatment perform pharmacokinetic calculations and relate them to drug treatment

General competence:

work both individually and in groups with a problem-based approach to the subject matter convey subject material to fellow students

Course type

Compulsory course

Page 30 of 45 Prerequisites

All first semester courses must be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Self-determined study and self-determined activity, lectures, study groups, online lessons, team-based learning and group work/seminars with pharmacological cases (problem-based work). Oral presentation/fellow student response in connection to group work/seminars. Written submission may be applicable for certain group work.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written school examination, 6 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 31 of 45 Pharmaceutical Analysis FAR2004 See the description in the curriculum.

PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS FAR2004

ECTS Credits 7.5 Year of study 2nd study year Eirik Johansson Solum Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 83 Start semester Spring 2022 and Health Sciences Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

The pharmaceutical analysis course will provide a thorough introduction to the chemical quality control of pharmaceutical raw materials.

Costs

See the description in the curriculum.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge

have in-depth knowledge of central analysis methods regarding the chemical quality assurance of pharmaceutical raw materials. have a basic overview of certain national and international regulations relevant to pharmaceutical raw materials.

Skills

be able to perform chemical quality control of pharmaceutical raw materials.

General competence

Be able to assure the quality of analyses and perform accurate and precise chemical analyses of pharmaceutical raw materials. Be able to apply certain chemical analysis methods.

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

All first semester courses and organic chemistry must be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Lectures, self-study and laboratory work.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Page 32 of 45 Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written school examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 33 of 45 Pharmacotherapy FAR2005 See the description in the curriculum

PHARMACOTHERAPY FAR2005

ECTS Credits 7.5 Year of study 3rd study year Hege Sletvold Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 47 Start semester Autumn 2022 and Health Sciences Teaching language English and [email protected] Norwegian Application deadline

Course description

Pharmacotherapy builds on the courses of Pharmacology 1 and Pharmacology 2.

Pharmacotherapy lessons will give students insight into clinical pharmacy, including knowledge of pharmacist¿s clinical work tasks and methods. The course will give students a holistic understanding of patient-oriented drug treatment regarding certain diseases. Students will learn to identify and solve drug-related problems on an individual basis by applying knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and pharmacotherapy including clinical guidelines.

Costs

See the description in the curriculum

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge

Know what clinical pharmacy is and what a clinical pharmacist¿s main tasks are. This also includes medication reconciliation, medication review and medication interview have knowledge of professional communication in interdisciplinary teams explain why clinical chemical analyses are used and how the results can be applied in practice have in-depth knowledge regarding the types of therapy used for selected diseases

Skill:

apply relevant online resources, literature and other tools that are available to clinical pharmacists, including central clinical guidelines for selected diseases identify, prioritize and solve drug-related problems at an individual level based on pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic information assess the choice of pharmacological treatment in certain patient groups

General competence

work both individually and in groups with a problem-based approach to the subject matter convey subject material to fellow students, multi-professional partners and users of pharmaceuticals contribute in professional discussions concerning pharmaceutical-related issues on an individual basis

Course type

Compulsory course

Page 34 of 45 Prerequisites

All first, second and third semester courses must be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Self-determined study and self-determined activity, lectures, online lectures, role-playing, practical exercises, and compulsory group work/seminars with pharmacological cases (problem-based work). Oral presentation/fellow student response in connection with group work/seminars.

The teaching of this course will take place in English if international students are present.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Permitted examination aids

Approved calculator

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Exam description

Assessment and grading using pass/fail.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale Passed - Failed Oral examination, 30 minutes, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale Passed - Failed. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 35 of 45 Pharmaceutics FAR2006 See curriculum description

PHARMACEUTICS FAR2006

ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 3rd study year Daniel Horst Zeiss Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 80 Start semester Autumn 2022 Spring and Health Sciences 2023 Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

Pharmaceutics is an advanced course based on the previous course Pharmaceutical manufacturing and is intended to give more profound understanding on the relationship between dosage forms, their manufacture/production, and their bioavailability (biopharmacy).

Dosage forms:

The central topic within dosage forms are physicochemical properties of drugs and excipients, and how these properties affect different dosage forms, choice of administration routes, the stability of drugs and biopharmaceutical properties.

Manufacture/production of dosage forms:

Manufacture/production of dosage forms focuses on pharmaceutical-technical procedures, involved in production processes, quality requirements and quality controll of dosage forms.

Bioavailability (biopharmacy):

A central topic within biopharmacy is how dosage forms, administration routes, and the physiological situation at absorption sites influence the effect of drugs.

Pharmaceutics contains a laboratory course, and theoretical and practical teaching within sterile dosage forms.

This course is a part of the Bachelor programme in Pharmacy.

Costs

See curriculum description

Page 36 of 45 Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student can:

Knowledge

account for production- /manufacturing processes of relevant dosage forms account for the importance of pharmaceutical-technical procedures account for structure and function of absorption sites for drugs account for sterile dosage forms, their production, quality control and sterilization procedures explain physical and chemical properties of dosage forms, and their importance in bioavailability identify the function of excipients in dosage forms

Skills

Master fundamental skills within aseptic techniques and sterilization procedures discuss formulation principles for industrial produced preparations based on the information of ¿Felleskatalogen¿ or other reference books

General competencies

present observations from laboratory exercises, and explain the observations based on relevant theory

Course type

Compulsory

Prerequisites

All first, second and third semester courses mast be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Lectures, web-based lectures, workshops and laboratory work.

Recommended prior knowledge

None

Course evaluation

Professional practice

There is no professional practice in this course

Page 37 of 45 Exam description

1) Laboratory course in Pharmaceutics:

Participation: Participation in the laboratory course is a criterion to take the written exam in this course Work requirements: In addition to the laboratory course the student will have to write reports from the laboratory work. The work requirements must be approved before the student can get the final grade in this course.

2) Laboratory course in aseptic Production:

There is a minimum of 80% attendance required at the laboratory- work.

Examination

Written school examination, 5 hours.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written school examination.

Written school examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.

Course literature

The reading list can be found in Leganto

Page 38 of 45 Pharmacy practice FAR2010 Students are expected to pay for some expenses regarding practice placements.

PHARMACY PRACTICE FAR2010

ECTS Credits 27.5 Year of study 3rd study year Hege Sletvold Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Associate Professor +47 74 21 23 47 Start semester Autumn 2022 Spring and Health Sciences 2023 Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline

Course description

Pharmacy practice builds on the previous courses of social pharmacy, drugs and public health and pharmacotherapy. However, this course will integrate learning from all courses involved in this study programme.

Pharmacists must be able to make pharmaceutical evaluations related to work tasks when meeting customers/patients, colleagues, other health care personnel and other collaborators. The subject focuses on the role of the pharmacist in society and how one views pharmacy as a profession in relation to society and national guidelines.

The course includes a practice placement period of 17 weeks in a pharmacy. In the practice placement period, the student will be given opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge, incorporate skills and develop ethical work attitudes. Practice placement provides an introduction and training in work-related tasks. The student will gradually be given the opportunity to partake in these duties and the responsibilities that the role requires. As a result of the practice placement, students will be able to work as pharmacists and be able to conduct independent evaluation and dispensation of prescription drugs.

The distribution of placements takes place via a placement pool conducted by the Norwegian Pharmacy Association. The practice pool is a collaboration between the Norwegian Pharmacy Association, various pharmacy chains and Norwegian educational institutions. Available placements in Norwegian pharmacies are collected in a pool and pharmacy students (at all campuses) choose a place after receiving a random number.

Students are assigned a tutor in the pharmacy and this person guides them on a daily basis. In addition, the teachers at Nord university is responsible for guiding and assisting the students and tutors during the practice period. This follow-up is conducted by telephone/online, or in the form of face-to-face meetings if needed.

Costs

Students are expected to pay for some expenses regarding practice placements.

Page 39 of 45 Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

account for the relationship between ethics and morals and discuss ethical issues of pharmacy practice have knowledge of communication as a professional practitioner and know why it is important know the relevant pharmaceutical services associated with pharmacies have knowledge of current political steering signals and framework conditions relating to pharmacies

Skills:

work independently as a pharmacist in a Norwegian pharmacy, make independent evaluations and dispense prescription drugs apply knowledge gained through various study courses when tackling common pharmaceutical work tasks provide guidance and professional advice on health-related lifestyle factors, self-care and the use of prescription drugs so as to safeguard patient safety and ensure proper drug use communicate professionally with interaction partners such as patients/users, relatives, colleagues, and other health care professionals show insight into the needs of different drug users, how their independence and integrity can be safeguarded and advise in a manner that supports this apply relevant laws and regulations in professional practice use internal control systems, including quality assurance systems and exception management systems relevant to professional practice

General competence:

reflect on and be critical of one¿s own work, one¿s own profession and the pharmacist's role in the pharmacy and society reflect on current ethical issues identify, discuss and manage current themes and issues relevant to pharmacists cooperate with and convey subject material to fellow students regarding problem-based learning independently plan and execute a project in line with relevant guidelines identify, quality assure and interpret information by utilizing current works of reference, colleagues, other health care personnel, other collaborators and other sources be aware of relevant welfare technology

Course type

Compulsory course

Prerequisites

All first, second and third semester courses and Pharmacology 2 must be passed to start this course.

Teaching activities and methods

The course includes various work methods and learning activities, such as lectures, individual work, group work, role-playing, practical exercises, task-solving, and problem-based learning. A large, individually written piece of work is included during this course.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Permitted examination aids

Support materials are available for each post.

Course evaluation

Professional practice

A practice placement period of 17 weeks is included.

Page 40 of 45 Exam description

Compulsory written work: Students receive guidance during this work. Work must be approved to pass the practice placement period.

The exam is An OSCE (objective structured clinical examination).

Assessment and grading using pass/fail.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale Passed - Failed Practical examination, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale Passed - Failed. Professional practice, 17 weeks, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Passed - Failed. Must be passed prior to submission of the Practical examination.

Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Practical examination.

Compulsory participation 80%, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Practical examination.

Page 41 of 45 Drug information and evidence-based practice FAR2011 See the description in the curriculum.

DRUG INFORMATION AND EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE FAR2011

ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 3rd study year Level Undergraduate Course location Campus Namsos Course type Optional course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Start semester Autumn 2022 and Health Sciences Teaching language English and Norwegian Application deadline

Course description

Students can choose this elective course during the fifth semester. The course focuses on the challenges of searching for and critically evaluating pharmaceutical information within many different courses. This course also prepares students for working in a knowledge-based manner.

The purpose of this course is to allow students to integrate and apply pharmaceutical information in a knowledge-based manner when they make clinical decisions and provide advice regarding proper drug use and to safeguard patient safety. To achieve this, students must be aware of relevant quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. This includes how to systematically search for and critically evaluate information. Examples will be provided from several relevant subject areas. Theoretical lessons will be partially incorporated with the bachelor thesis theory teaching.

Costs

See the description in the curriculum.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student is able to:

Knowledge

define and explain the foundation for evidence-based practice and be aware of its limitations describe potential obstacles regarding the implementation of evidence-based practice in pharmacies and primary and specialist health care services describe research design strengths and weaknesses relevant to pharmacy practice describe the purpose of pharmacoeconomic studies including the most common designs associated with it

Skill:

Formulate relevant drug-related clinical questions when using PICO Search in appropriate sources of information and databases to find relevant drug information Critically consider drug information in various forms, including scientific articles Make knowledge-based decisions and provide customized and concrete advice regarding specific drug-related questions interpret and understand fundamental statistical, epidemiological and pharmacoepidemiological methods to help make critical source evaluations. Show insight into scientific thinking and research ethics

General competence

Give a written and oral presentation of a drug-related theme in accordance with guidelines and the correct use of references Provide evidence-based pharmaceutical information, oral and written guidance and advice to health professionals and users of the health service, and customize the amount and complexity of this information to the recipient Discuss the content, benefit and implications of scientific articles Reflect on the importance of evidence-based practice so as to exercise pharmaceutical care, safeguard patient safety and ensure the rational use of drugs

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Optional course

Prerequisites

. All first, second and third semester courses must be passed to start this course. All compulsory work, coursework and compulsory participation in Pharmacology 2 must be approved to start on this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Lectures, task solving, practical exercises individually and in groups with and without guidance, literature seminars. Oral and written presentation.

The teaching of these courses will take place in English if international students are present.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.

Permitted examination aids

Students may bring their personal notes for the presentation.

Course evaluation

Exam description

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Oral examination Presentation, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Oral examination Presentation.

Compulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Oral examination Presentation.

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BACHELOR THESIS FAR2012

ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 3rd study year Level Undergraduate Course location Course type Optional course Faculty The Faculty of Nursing Start semester Autumn 2022 and Health Sciences Teaching language English and Norwegian Application deadline

Course description

During the final academic year of the Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, students can choose to prepare a bachelor thesis which is assessed during an oral hearing. The student is to apply their knowledge regarding professional issues. Students should be able to master the practical use of research methods and be able to apply, discuss and problematize theory from the programme`s areas of study. The course includes 2 credits in statistics.

Costs

See the description in the curriculum

Learning outcomes

After completing the subject, the student is able to:

Knowledge:

have knowledge about the philosophy of science and research methodology show understanding of different research methods account for research ethics

Skills:

use different search engines and databases to retrieve scientific and other relevant sources be able to evaluate sources in a critical manner use sources and referencing techniques in relation to academic writing demonstrate the ability to specialize themselves in a relevant pharmaceutical theme interpret and understand fundamental statistical, epidemiological and pharmacoepidemiological methods to help make critical source evaluations.

General competence:

discuss issues regarding the professional practice of pharmacy plan and conduct a large piece of theoretical written work be able to critically evaluate collected data demonstrate independent thinking and problem solving on a scientific basis show insight into basic scientific theory, research ethics, scientific methodology and academic writing use subject material in a factual, critical and analytical manner and interpret points of view and claims both in writing and orally convey pharmaceutical knowledge written and orally to interaction partners such as patients/users, colleagues, and other professional groups

Course type

Optional course

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All first, second and third semester courses must be passed to start this course. All compulsory work, coursework and compulsory participation in Pharmacology 2 must be approved to start on this course.

Teaching activities and methods

Lectures and group work. Individual work and guidance.

Note that theoretical teaching will take place in English if international students are present.

There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: The task of the supervisor is to provide guidance regarding the thesis question, literature, method and collection of data. The student should seek advice from the supervisor regarding the process of data collection. The supervisor must approve empirical data collection methods before they are applied by the student. The purpose is to prevent libellous or unethical situations.

Permitted examination aids

For the written thesis: all

Course evaluation

Exam description

Compulsory work: An introductory piece of work will be carried out regarding the bachelor thesis. This must be passed before the student can take the examination.

Compulsory participation: The students have the opportunity to participate in 5 guidance tutorials and must attend a minimum of three of these (oral or written) to be able to deliver their bachelor thesis.

Students should have special grounds if they wish to submit individual written work. Internationalization is an example of this.

Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.

Assessment and examinations

Compound assessment (Oral examination), grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Written asignment - group, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written asignment - group.

Compulsory coursework, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Written asignment - group.

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