Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) Student Handbook [AY 2016 - 2017]

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Marks scored in Percentage Letter Grade Grade Value 90 - 100 A 4 85 - 89 B+ 3.5 Pass 80 - 84 B 3 75 - 79 C+ 2.5 70 - 74 C 2 Fail < 70 F 0 15.2 Assessment Policy Assessment shall be both formative and summative 15.2.1 Formative Assessment: This is a continuous process carried throughout the period of study and consists of weekly or end of unit quizzes, tutorials, interactive computer-based tests, and feedback during small group discussions. 15.2.2 Summative Assessment: Theory examination will be in the form of essays, SAQs, MCQs and EMIs; and MEQs. The practical examination will be in the form of experiments / laboratory exercises/ OSPEs and OSCEs. Viva Voce will form a part of the practical examination. 15.3 Progression Policy Normal duration of the program shall be 4 ½ years (9 semester) didactic and 35 weeks of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE). Each semester is made up of about 15 weeks. Maximum Permissible duration of the Pharm D course is 10 years. The program is credit-based. 6-10 courses are offered in different semesters. Each course carries a specified number of credit hours. A student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or above in each 154 | P a g e of the courses offered in a semester and a CGPA of 2.0 to successfully complete that semester. Academic Probation is applicable to any student who scores CGPA less than 2.0 in any semester during the program study. A maximum of 2 retakes is available to complete the course in the semester where academic probation is indicated. Non-completion of the course in any semester within the specified retakes limit shall result in dismissal of the student from the program. If in any of the courses he/she fails to earn a GPA of 2.0, and that course is a prerequisite for a course(s) in the subsequent semesters, he /she shall not be allowed to register for that course. At any time the credit load in any semester should not exceed 24 credits. Students who have a CGPA of less than 2.0 shall not be permitted to register for new courses until they have successfully completed all previous failed courses. Only those students who have successfully completed all the courses till 8 shall become eligible to register for semester 9. Only those students who have successfully completed the semester 1 to 9 shall become eligible to commence their APPE. A student who discontinues the academic program for any reason and rejoins the program at a later date, shall be governed by the rules, regulations, courses of study and syllabi in force at the time of his/her rejoining the program. 15.4 Completion Policy All students are expected to study the program and course details provided in the student handbook and undergraduate catalog. For award of the degree all requirements under the terms of any catalog in effect at or after their admission must be met. Candidates must satisfy all university requirements and program requirements established by the faculty of pharmaceutical science. The individual programs may have higher standards and / or more restrictive requirements as compared to the university minimum requirements. The university mandates the following general degree completion requirements in order for students to receive their degrees. Each graduate student must: • Be continuously enrolled in the program from admission to graduation. • Have satisfied all conditions of his or her admission, such as provisional admission. • Successfully complete a comprehensive examination or equivalent as determined by the individual degree program. • Submit a thesis or research project, if required by the academic program that meets the format requirements set forth in the College Thesis Manual. The students shall fulfill the requirements of each course as prescribed and published and made available to the students. The student shall be responsible for attending all the classes and completing the requirements of the chosen program of study. 155 | P a g e Specific Completion Requirements of the Pharm D Program include: • Completion of 204 credits • A minimum CGPA of 2.0 • A minimum pass marks of 70% (Grade C) for each course • A minimum marks of 60% (Grade D) for progression only (2008 – 2010 batches) The Gulf Medical University confers degrees and issues statements of attestations on fulfilling all course completion requirements of the program for which the student is registered. Only students who have successfully completed their degree requirements by the end of the program for which they applied to graduate are entitled for conferral of degrees. In witness of the degree conferred, a statement of graduation is entered in the permanent records of the graduates and their degrees are released. Such students can proceed to receive their degree certificates and participate in the convocation ceremony. 15.5 Appeal Policy A candidate who fails in any subject in the professional examination can appeal for retotaling. No revaluation shall be allowed under any circumstances. Applications for re- totaling should be made within 30 days after the publication of results. The Dean Assessment & Evaluation shall appoint a member of the examination board for review and retotaling. If any error is noticed, the correction and amendment shall be made by the Dean, Assessment & Evaluation. 15.6 Attendance Policy The 100% attendance is mandatory for fulfillment of credit requirements. A student must attend all scheduled lectures, practical, tutorials, class tests or any other form of teaching learning activities. In case, if a student is unable to attend the classes due to medical reasons, renewal of residence permit abroad, Hajj leave etc. a waiver of up to a maximum of 20% attendance will be considered by the attendance review committee, subject to the submission of medical certificate or any other supporting documents related to the absence from the class. In case the attendance is below 80% in any course, this will be treated as non- fulfillment of the credit hour requirement and F grade will be awarded automatically and the student shall be asked to register again for the course. 15.7 Continuous Assessment The students will be evaluated for their participation and performance in class, quizzes, tutorial, assignments, lab work, practical assessments, class tests and mid semester examinations, which shall contribute to both continuous and summative assessments. 157 | P a g e 16.0 Weekly Teaching Schedule 16.1 Semester – 1 Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Computer Mathematics for Concepts and General Chemistry 08 30 - 09 30 AM the Biological Self-Study Applications (L1) Sciences (L1) (L1) Principles of