PROSPECTUS 2017/2019

PROSPECTUS 2017/2019

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(Constituent College of Saint Augustine University of Tanzania)

TABLE OF CONTENTS MEMBERS OF THE TANZANIA EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE UNIVERSITY SYSTEMS (TECUS) BOARD OF TRUSTEES II

MEMBERS OF SAUT COUNCIL II

INVITED MEMBERS II

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF OF SFUCHAS III

PRINCIPAL ADDRESSES III

THE PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE IV

MISSION AND VISION OF THE COLLEGE 1

VISION OF THE COLLEGE 1 MISSION OF THE COLLEGE 1 SFUCHAS MOTTO 1 CORE FUNCTIONS 1 SFUCHAS VALUES 1

ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES 2

STUDENTS ADMISSION CRITERIA 3

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 4

FACULTY OF MEDICINE 4 INSTITUTE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES (IAHS) 4

FINANCIAL INFORMATION 6

FEE STRUCTURE FOR MD PROGRAMME ACADEMIC YEAR 2017/2018 6 FEE STRUCTURE FOR DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES 7 FEE STRUCTURE FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES 8

EXAMINATION REGULATIONS AND METHODS OF EVALUATIONS 10

GENERAL UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION’S REGULATIONS. 11

TEACHING PROGRAMME FOR THE DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (MD) PROGRAM 24

SEMESTER 1 24

SEMESTER 2 27

SEMESTER 3 30

SEMESTER 4 36

SEMESTER 5 40

SEMESTER 6 42

SEMESTERS 7 AND 8 (JUNIOR ROTATION) 45

SEMESTERS 9 AND 10 (SENIOR ROTATION) 46

CLINICAL CLERKSHIP GUIDELINES 52 RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLERK 54

PROPOSED TIMETABLE FOR THE SEMESTER SYSTEM 55

THE INSTITUTE OF ALLIED SCIENCES 62

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES 62

DIPLOMA IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES 62 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES 63 CLASSIFICATION OF AWARD 65 CLASS OF AWARD CUMMULATIVE GPA 65 EXAMINATIONS REGULATIONS 66 TEACHING PERSONNEL 70 TRAINING REGULATIONS 71 PROGRAMME MODULES 72

DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES 75

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS IN MEDICAL LABORATORY 76 GRADING SYSTEM 80 CLASSIFICATION OF AWARD 80 EXAMINATIONS REGULATIONS 81 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 83 TEACHING PERSONNEL 84 TRAINING REGULATIONS 84 PROGRAMME MODULES 85

CERTIFICATE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES 89

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MEMBERS OF THE TANZANIA EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE UNIVERSITY SYSTEMS (TECUS) BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Rt. Rev. Tarcisius Ngalalekumtwa Bishop of Iringa, Chairman Most Rev.Beatus Kinyaiya Archibishop of Dodoma, Vice Chairman Most Rev. Jude Thaddeus Ruwai’chi Archbishop of Mwanza His Eminence Polycarp Cardinal Pengo Archbishop of Dar es Salaam Most Rev. Josaphat Lebulu Archbishop of Arusha Most Rev. Paul Ruzoka Archbishop of Tabora Most Rev. Damian Dallu Archbishop of Songea Rt. Rev. Titus Mdoe Bishop of Mtwara Rt. Rev. Desiderius Rwoma Bishop of Bukoba Rt. Rev. Evaristus M. Chengula Bishop of Mbeya Rt. Rev. Isaac Amani Bishop of Moshi Rt. Rev. Salutaris Libena Bishop of Ifakara Rt.Rev.John Ndimbo Bishop of Mbinga Rt.Rev. Alfred Maluma Bishop of Njombe Rev. Fr. Augustin Van Baelen, SDS General Mission Secretary

MEMBERS OF SAUT COUNCIL

Rt. Rev. John Ndimbo Chairman Most rev. Jude Thaddeus Ruwai’chi Archbishop of Mwanza Mr. Chacha Musabi Representative, Ministry of Education and Vocation Training Dr. Boniphace Nyandwi Representative of the Laity Rt. Rev. Isaac Amani Bishop of Moshi Rev. Dr. Thadeus Mkamwa Vice Chancellor SAUT Rev. Fr. Raymond Saba TEC Secretary General Rt. Rev. Augustine Shao Bishop of Zanzibar Mr. Gasper N. Mwanalyela Lawyer Prof. Paschalis Rugalabamu Vice Chancellor CUHAS Dr. Dominic Negussie Andre Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic Affairs Rev. Fr. Cleophas Mabula Vice Chancellor Administration and Finance Rev. Dr. Charles Kitima Director , School of Graduate Studies, Dar es salaam center

INVITED MEMBERS Rev. Dr. Juvenalis Asantemungu Principal AMUCTA Prof. Cassian C. Magori Principal SFUCHAS Rev. Dr. Lingino Kamuhabwa Principal AJUCO Rev. Dr. Frowin Mlengule Principa, CARUMUCO Prof. Peter Msola Principal Marian University College Prof. Haule Romuald Director – SAUT Mbeya Centre Dr. Adelardus Kilangi Director – SAUT Arusha Centre Rev. Fr. Pius N. Msereti Representative of the Senate Ms. Zinaida Marwa Representative of the Senate Rev. Dr. Nkwera Corporate Counsel/Secretary

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF OF SFUCHAS

Prof. Cassian C. Magori Principal Prof. Senga Kali Pemba Deputy Principal Academic, Research and Consultancy Rev. Fr. Achilleus Ndege Deputy Principal Finance, Planning and Administration Dr. Albino Kalolo Dean Faculty of Medicine Dr. Doreen Kamori Associate Dean Faculty of Medicine Dr. Beatrice Chipwaza Research and Publication Coordinator Dr. MacDonald Reuben Quality Assurance Coordinator Mr. John G. Kazitanga Director, Institute of Allied Health Sciences Rev. Dr. Stephen Kadilo Dean of Students Br. Cyril Njau College Chaplain Mr. Musa Mgaya Senior Human Resource and Administrative Officer Mr. Claud Mang’ani Bursar

PRINCIPAL ADDRESSES

Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) P. O. Box 2133, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Tel: 022-851075-9; Fax: 022-857133/850295 E-mail: [email protected] Vice Chancellor St. Augustine University of Tanzania P. O. Box 307 (SAUT), Mwanza, Tanzania Tel: Office: 028-25527; Res: 028-2550166; Fax: 252550167 E-mail: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.saut.ac.tz The Principal Principals’ Office Postal: P. O. Box 175, Ifakara, Tanzania Phone: (255) 23-2931-568 Fax: (255) 23-2931-569 Email: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.sfuchas.ac.tz


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THE PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

This edition of the Prospectus comes when the college is in seventh year of its establishment. Within the seven years SFUCHAS has grown and developed tremendously. It started with a minimal number of 46 students in the MD programme. Apart from the MD programme, the college continues to expand the Institute of Allied Health Sciences with running 2 Diploma programmes: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (DMLS) and Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS), three Certificate programmes Technician Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences (CMLS), Technician Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPS) and Basic Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

It is gratifying to note that SFUCHAS had its two cohorts of graduates with the first graduation ceremony held on 28th November 2015 and the third cohort will be graduating this year on 11th November 2017.

The size of the Faculty has increased alongside with the infrastructure development as well with the design of new programmes to be established in the academic year 2018/2019.

I wish to thank all members of SFUCHAS community, friends, well- wishers, visitors who have worked hard to raise the profile and image of the college both nationally and internationally.

I welcome the young aspirants in health profession to come at SFUCHAS where theory and practical are nurtured. Prof. Cassian C. Magori Principal (SFUCHAS)


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MISSION AND VISION OF THE COLLEGE

VISION OF THE COLLEGE To be an outstanding Catholic University by setting standards of excellence in health training, research

and health care for the Rural Community.

MISSION OF THE COLLEGE To transfer knowledge from one generation to another through teaching, advance and frontier of

knowledge through research in Rural Community. To create a competent human resource with moral, spiritual and ethical values in Rural Tanzania. Delivery of quality services to the rural Community in Tanzania.

SFUCHAS MOTTO Discipline, Diligence & Excellence

CORE FUNCTIONS Teaching, Research & Consultancy Services

SFUCHAS VALUES In order to achieve its mission functions and transform the college into a respectable Tanzanian institution, the college management is committed to ensure that the following values will be observed and upheld at all times:

i) Equity and Justice The SFUCHAS management through its operations will ensure equal opportunity and exercise social justice and non-discrimination on the basis of gender, race, religion, political affiliation, disability or any other form.

ii) Professional standards, Ethical and Moral norms The college management, staff and students will uphold the highest professional standards, ethical practices, respect for persons and human dignity.

iii) Academic Excellence Academic excellence will be a corner stone in all teaching, learning and advancement of frontiers of knowledge as well as by delivery of quality and relevant public services to communities in the country, region and globally.

iv) Academic Freedom Academic freedom of expression, critical thought and enquiry through openness, transparency and tolerance will be upheld and emphasized.

v) Creativity The College will work towards enhancing creativity by students and staff by enhancing entrepreneurial skills and capacity to work independently.

vi) Respect For and Abide To the Laws and Constitution of the Country The College staff and students shall enhance citizenry through abidance to the Tanzanian Constitution and the law of the land.


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ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES The college offers courses and programmes leading to the award of degree, diplomas, and certificate in undergraduate level. The College offers MD programme leading to the award of a Medical Doctor Degrees of SAUT. The college offers Diploma courses and Certificate course in Medical Laboratory Sciences and Phamarceutical Sciences. A. The following are the academic programmes currently offered

i. Undergraduate programme Doctor of Medicine (MD): 5 years

ii. Diploma Programmes Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS): 3 years Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science (DMLS): 3 years

iii. Certificate Programmes Technician Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences (CMLS): 2 years Technician Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPS): 2 years Basic Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences 1 Year

B) Future planned programmes as from (2018/2019).

i. Undergraduate Programmes Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc.) 4 years Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (B MLS) 3 years Bachelor of Science in Biological Anthropology (BScBA) 3 years

ii. Postgraduate Programmes Masters in Public Health (MPH): 18 months Master of Medicine (M. Med) in Surgery and Trauma 3 years Master of Medicine (M. Med) in Obstetrics and Gynecology 3 years Master of Science in Parasitology and Entomology 2 years Masters of Human Resources for Health (MHR) 2 years Master of Science in Microbiology/Immunology 2 years

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STUDENTS ADMISSION CRITERIA


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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

FACULTY OF MEDICINE The Faculty of Medicine is offering the Doctor of Medicine (MD) undergraduate degree programme

Entrance Requirements for MD. Course (As per TCU Guidelines)

Direct entrance: Form six leavers (advanced secondary education) with three principal passes in Physics, Chemistry and Biology with minimum entry of 8 points. Whereby one must have at least C grade in Chemistry and Biology and at least D grade in Physics.

Equivalent Qualifications: (i) CSEE with at least five passes including two credit passes in Chemistry and Biology and a D grade

in Physics PLUS appropriate Diploma or Advance Diploma in Clinical Medicine with an average of B+ OR a GPA of 3.5.

(ii) BSc. (Lower Second) majoring in Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Zoology.

INSTITUTE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES (IAHS) (As per NACTE Guidelines)

Ordinary Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (i) A holder of IV certificate or equivalent with Five passes in non-religious subjects including C

grade in Biology, Chemistry and D grade in Physics/Engineering Sciences, Mathematics and English

(ii) A holder of NTA Level 5 Certificate in the same Discipline.

Ordinary Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (i) A holder of IV certificate or equivalent with Four passes in non-religious subjects including C

grade in Biology, Chemistry and D grade in Physics/Engineering Sciences. (ii) A holder of NTA Level 5 Certificate in the same Discipline.

Technician Certificate in Medical Laboratories Sciences (i) A holder of IV certificate or equivalent with Five passes in non-religious subjects at D grade in

Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Engineering Sciences, Mathematics and English

Technician Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (i) A holder of IV certificate or equivalent with Four passes in non-religious subjects at D grade in

Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Engineering Sciences

Basic Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (i) A holder of IV certificate or equivalent with Four passes in non-religious subjects at D grade one

of which must be Biology


FINANCIAL INFORMATION


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FINANCIAL INFORMATION Fees and other financial obligations are the sole responsibility of the student and/or the sponsor or guardian. The fees are payable in full at the beginning of each academic year or in two instalments at the beginning of each semester. All moneys payable to the College shall be paid directly into the College account. No student will be allowed to carry forward parts of the fee into the following academic year. Fees may be revised from time to time without prior notice. New fee structures will apply for new intake as well as for continuing students. Fees paid will not be refunded after the first four weeks of the academic year. It is envisaged that student can take advantage of obtaining a loan from the Higher Education Student’s Loan Board. The following fees will be applicable for the 2017/2018 academic year:

FEE STRUCTURE FOR MD PROGRAMME ACADEMIC YEAR 2017/2018 Figures in Tshs.

A: Payable to University

S/N Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 1 Transfer fee 30,000 2 Registration fee 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 3 Admission Fee 75,000 4 Sustainability Fund 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 5 TCU Quality

Assurance 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000

6 ID Card 10,000 7 Health Capitation 100,000 100,00 100,000 100,00 100,000 8 Seminar/Conferences 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 9 Examination Fee 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 10 Caution Money 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 11 Special Faculty

Requirement 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000

12 Community Outreach 250,000 13 Internet Service 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 14 Graduation Fee 100,000 15 Tuition Fee 2,600,000 2,600,000 2,600,000 2,600,000 2,600,000 Total Cost to

Student 3,300,000 3,435,000 3,185,000 3,185,000 3,285,000


B: Direct Student Costs (Payment to Student)

S/N Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 1 Student Union 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 2 Stationery 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 3 Books 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 4 Fieldwork - 480,000 480,000 620,000 - 5 Elective and Research - - - - 100,000 6 Meals and

Accommodation 2,618,000 2,618,000 2,618,000 2,618,000 2,618,000

Total Cost to Student 3,038,000 3,518,000 3,518,000 3,658,000 3,138,000 NB: 1. SFUCHAS has limited accommodation facilities, hence:- Rates range from Tshs 250,000.00 to 500,000.00 per year. First priority will be given to new comers and finalists on first come, first served basis. Payment should only be made upon confirmation of room availability.

2. Health Capitation: Candidates with valid Insurance ID will contribute Tshs 49,600.00 for health capitation

3. Admission fee will be paid by First year and Transferred students 4. Students union 20.000.00 under section B should be paid to account No 0150261537605

FEE STRUCTURE FOR DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences; Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology)

Academic Year 2017/18 Figures in Tshs. A: Payable to University

S/N Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 1 Transfer fee 30,000.00 2 Registration fee 30,000.00 30,000.00 30,000.00 3 Admission Fee 75,000.00 4 Sustainability Fund 45,000.00 45,000.00 45,000.00 5 TCU Quality Assurance 20,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 6 ID Card 10,000.00 7 Health Capitation 100,000.00 100,000.00 100,000.00 8 Seminar/Conferences 30,000.00 30,000.00 30,000.00 9 Examination Fee 150,000.00 150,000.00 150,000.00 10 Caution Money 50,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 11 Special Faculty Requirement 150,000.00 150,000.00 150,000.00 12 Tuition Fee 1,200,000.00 1,200,000.00 1,200,000.00 13 Internet Service 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 14 Graduation Fee 100,000.00 15 Community Outreach 250,000.00 Total Cost to University 1,900,000.00 1,785,000.00 2,135,000.00


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S/N Description Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 1 Student Union 20,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 2 Stationery 100,000.00 100,000.00 100,000.00 3 Books 300,000.00 300,000.00 300,000.00 4 Fieldwork Allowance 480,000.00 6 Meals and Accommodation 2,618,000.00 2,618,000.00 2,240,000.00 Total Cost to Student 3,038,000.00 3,038,000.00 3,518,000.00

NB: 1. SFUCHAS has limited accommodation facilities, hence:- Rates range from Tshs 250,000.00 to 500,000.00 per year. First priority will be given those with disability, new comers and finalists on first come, first served

basis. Payment should only be made upon confirmation of room availability.


3. Admission fee will be paid by First year and Transferred students 4. Students union 20.000.00 under section B should be paid to account No 0150261537605 CRDB,

St. Francis University College.

FEE STRUCTURE FOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES (Certificate in Pharmaceutical Sciences; Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology)

Academic Year 2017/18 Figures in Tshs. A: Payable to University

S/N Description Year 1 Year 2 1 Transfer fee 30,000.00 2 Registration fee 30,000.00 30,000.00 3 Admission Fee 75,000.00 4 Sustainability Fund 45,000.00 45,000.00 5 TCU Quality Assurance 20,000.00 20,000.00 6 ID Card 10,000.00 7 Health Capitation 100,000.00 100,000.00 8 Seminar/Conferences 30,000.00 30,000.00 9 Examination Fee 150,000.00 150,000.00 10 Caution Money 50,000.00 50,000.00 11 Special Faculty Requirement 150,000.00 150,000.00 12 Internet Service 10,000.00 10,000.00 13 Graduation Fee 100,000.00 14 Community Outreach 250.000.00 15 Tuition Fee 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 Total Cost to Student 1,700,000.00 1,935,000.00



S/N Description Year 1 Year 2 1 Student Union 20,000.00 20,000.00 2 Stationery 100,000.00 100,000.00 3 Books 300,000.00 300,000.00 4 Fieldwork Allowance 480,000.00 6 Meals and Accommodation 2,618,000.00 2,618,000.00 Total Cost to Student 3,038,000.00 3,518,000.00

NB: 1. SFUCHAS has limited accommodation facilities, hence:- Rates range from Tshs 250,000.00 to 500,000.00 per year. First priority will be given those with disability, new comers and finalists on first come, first served

basis. Payment should only be made upon confirmation of room availability.


3. Admission fee will paid by First year Students Only 4. Students union 20.000.00 under section B should be paid to account No 0150261537605 CRDB,

St. Francis University College.


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EXAMINATION REGULATIONS AND METHODS OF EVALUATIONS


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GENERAL UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION’S REGULATIONS. 1.1 Form of Examinations The form of examinations shall include written, practical and oral examinations. The weighting of each shall be as determined under School/Departmental Specific Examination Regulations approved by the Academic Committee and Senate/ upon recommendation of the Faculty Board. 1.2 Time of Examinations University examinations shall be conducted at the end of every semester in accordance with the University regulations. Students must bring both valid examination number and registration identity cards with them to the examination room. Student missing any of the two or both will not be allowed to sit for University examinations(s). 1.3 Registration for Examinations Bonafide students shall be entitled to sit for the University examinations for the courses in which they are registered unless advised otherwise in writing by competent University authority. For any reason, if a candidate sits for examinations for courses for which s/he is not registered, his/her results in that examination shall be nullified. 1.4 Eligibility for Examinations 1.4.1 No candidate shall be allowed to sit for an examination(s) in any subject if s/he has not completed the requirements of the course by attendance or otherwise as stipulated by the faculty of medicine and institute of health and allied sciences. If such a candidate enters the examination room and sits for the paper, his/her results in that paper shall be nullified. A student must have been present for at least 75% of the classes allocated contact hours to be allowed to sit for final examination in a given subject. 1.4.2 A candidate whose course work or progress is considered unsatisfactory (D or E grade) may be required by Senate/Academic Committee on recommendation of the appropriate Faculty Board to withdraw from studies or to repeat any part of the course before admission to an examination. 1.5 Late Assignments and Examinations Factors to be considered as a good reason include natural disasters, serious illness, death of the immediate family, and any justifiable reason. After the reason(s) confirmed genuine, relevant department authorities, will arrange for a special “slot” to the candidate. Reversely, in no justifiable reason(s), a case supported with all evidences will be brought forward at the Faculty or Institute Academic Committee before recommendation(s) is/are made to SFUCHAS Academic Committee and the SENATE. 1.6 Absence from Examinations A candidate who deliberately fails to appear for a scheduled examination(s) without valid reason(s) shall be, by default, deregistered from studies. When valid reason(s) is/are admitted, a written permission will be issued to the affected student allowing him/her to sit at the time of the next supplementary examinations. Specifically, to any reason related with illnesses, a candidate will ONLY be allowed to sit “as special candidate” at the time of the next supplementary examination time-period upon submission of health fitness letter signed and stamped by a medical officer. When the examination is missed without a valid reason, the affected student is discontinued from studies and s/he has a chance to appeal. The final decision lies within the Academic committee


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1.7 Falling sick immediately before or during examination If a candidate falls sick immediately before or during the time of the scheduled examination and is medically unable to proceed (i.e. as certified by the University medical officer), s/he will be advised by the School Dean or IHAS Coordinator to postpone the examination until an appropriate time to be arranged by respective Department through the School or Institute. Any student who is sick and nevertheless decides to take an examination it at his/her own risk must abide to the examination results. 1.8 Reporting late for examination 1.8.1 A candidate who without a valid reason reports late defined as “within 30 minutes post examination start time” shall be allowed to proceed with the examination at the 30th minutes from examination start time “with no lost time compensation” at the end of the scheduled examination time. Worth noting that “a candidate should pleads in writing to take the examination, subject to the discretion of the invigilator, will be allowed to do the examination at his/her own risk. If such a candidate fails in that examination, s/he may be allowed to do a supplementary examination. If permission is not granted by the invigilator to do the examination, such candidates will be allowed to do a special examination at an appropriate time to be arranged by the respective department through the School or Institute, and a late examination non-refundable fee amounting to Tsh 20,000/= shall be duly charged against him or her. The fee must be paid into the University account, and bank pay-in slip must be disclosed at the respective department through the School or Institute before appearing for an examination. 1.8.2 A candidate who without a valid reason reports late defined as “more than 30 minutes post examination start time” shall have been committed “self de-registered” from studies. In this case, a candidate must write a letter to the invigilator. This letter must be signed by both; student him/herself and the invigilator, in this letter an appropriate student’s reporting time must be clearly agreed and indicated. To this effect an appropriate authorities within Faculty and Institute shall discuss the matter, and recommend to the SENATE. In any outcome, a candidate has a right to appeal through SFUCHAS’ machinery. An appeal non-refundable fee amounting to TSH 50,000/= shall be duly charged against any appeal. The fee must be paid into the University account, and bank pay-in slip must be disclosed at the respective department through the School or Institute before appeal hearing. Decision by the SENATE will be FINAL. 1.8.3 All cases of late arrivals for examinations shall be reported in writing by the invigilator to the Head of Department. 1.9 Dates of examinations Examinations in all Faculties of medicine and Institutes of health and allied sciences shall be held at a time to be determined by the Senate, which shall normally be during the last week(s) of a semester, and/or last month of the academic year. Specifically, examinations’ weeks block will be shown in the Almanac of each academic year. Timetable shall be availed at the public 10 business days before examination day. 1.10 Supplementary examinations Candidates who are permitted to take a supplementary examination will be reexamined in the designated subjects at a time to be determined by the Academic committee. A pass in supplementary shall be recorded as a maximum passing mark of 50% equivalent to grade ‘C’. Also, examination regulations from specific programme shall apply.


1.11 Repeating the year

No candidate will be allowed to repeat any one-year of study more than once. 1.12 Delays in Completing Research Thesis/Elective research report A student who fails to complete the research thesis by the specified date shall not be given more than one additional year to complete it. 1.13 Conduct of Examinations University examinations shall be conducted under the control of the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Deans of Faculties/Schools, and Heads of Departments, or such other Officer of the University as the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs shall appoint. 1.14 Appointments of Examiners The examiners for University examinations shall be appointed by the Senate upon recommendation of School Boards. 1.15 Board of Examiners Every University examination shall be conducted by a Board of Examiners, consisting of:

A. One or more external examiners appointed from outside the University by the Senate together with teachers who participated in teaching the candidates in the subjects under examination.

B. Examiners may be appointed from within the university/college for the supplementary/special examinations under the supervision of a moderator who took no part in teaching the candidates the subjects(s) under examination.

1.16 External Examiners’ Honorarium External Examiners shall receive such honoraria as the Governing Board shall prescribe. 1.17 Examination Irregularities or Academic Dishonesty

(a) All cases of examination irregularities on the part of students or invigilators or any member of staff shall be referred to the Academic Committee. The Committee shall have power to summon students and members of staff, as it deems necessary. The chairman shall submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the Senate, which shall decide what further action to take.

(b) For avoidance of doubt, examination irregularities shall include, but are not limited to, the following:-

i. A candidate found with unauthorized material/information in any part of the examination process;

ii. A candidate copying from another candidate’s work; iii. A candidate cheating by using or copying from unauthorized material; iv. A candidate communicating with another candidate by giving or obtaining unauthorized

assistance or attempting to do so; v. A candidate refusing to obey a lawful order by an invigilator;

vi. A candidate behaving in such manner as would disrupt the examination process. vii. An invigilator violating examination regulations.


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2.0 Specific Examination Regulations for Candidates: These instructions should be read together with the above University General Examination Regulations. 2.1 Candidates should make sure that they have been issued Examination Numbers before examinations begin. 2.2 Candidate shall be responsible for consulting the Examination Time Tables for any changes 2.3 Candidates shall be seated 30 minutes before examination starting time, and no student shall be allowed into the examination room after 30 minutes have elapsed post examination starting time, except for a compelling reason, without prejudice to regulation to 2.16 below. 2.4 Candidates must not begin writing before they are told to do so by the invigilator. 2.5 Candidates are allowed to carry only pens, pencils or other materials explicitly prescribed by the Department. 2.6 Candidates are not allowed to enter the examination room, with books, mobile phone, handbags, clipboards, purses, papers, magazines and/or other such items, they may use their own calculators, ONLY if required by the internal examiner(s). 2.7 In case a candidate is allowed to come with specified items into the examination room, no borrowing from one another shall be allowed during the examinations. Items allowed into the examination room shall be liable to inspection by the invigilator. On a serious suspicion of deep-hidden unauthorized material(s) in the examination room, a suspect must be deeply inspected by an equal sex academic staff in a private room. All matters, except privacy matters, will be documented including taking electronic images but not of the body part. Also, on a serious matter any academic staff member conducted deep inspection s/he is NOT allowed to share any seen private matters of the candidate. 2.8 Each answer in an examination shall begin on a fresh page of the provided examination booklet. All rough work must be done in the booklet and crossed out. A candidate is not allowed to sign his/her names anywhere in the examination booklets. 2.9 A candidate shall, all the times, observe silence in the examination room. 2.10 No food shall be allowed into the examination room. On request, and especially on medical ground, only drinking water shall be allowed into the examination room. 2.11 Invigilators shall have power to specify or change the sitting arrangement in the examination room; or to require inspection of a candidate; or to confiscate an unauthorized material brought into the examination room; and shall have power to expel and report from the examination room any candidate who creates disturbance and record the incident to the head of Department. 2.12 In case of alleged cheating, the candidate and one or more invigilators shall be required to sign an Examination Incident Form which, together with other signed exhibits, as the case may be, and the candidate’s examination booklet, shall be submitted to the Head of Department.


2.13 A candidate caught contravening the Examination Regulations shall not be allowed to continue with the examination for which s/he is scheduled. 2.14 A candidate is strongly warned that cheating or being caught with unauthorized material contravenes the University General Examination Regulations and leads to discontinuation from studies. 2.15 A candidate shall sign the Attendance Form at the beginning and end of every examination. 2.16 No candidate will be permitted to enter the examination room after lapse of thirty minutes from the commencement of the examination time, and no candidate will be allowed to leave his/her place during the last 30 minutes of the examination time, except as indicated below (2.17). 2.17 A candidate wishing to answer a call of nature may do so by permission of the invigilator and under escort leave the examination room for a reasonable period. 2.18 A candidate who walks out of an examination in protest shall be disqualified from that particular examination. 2.19 At the end of the examination period, and on instruction from the invigilator, candidates must stop writing and assemble their scripts, which they should personally hand to the invigilator. They shall remain seated until all are allowed by the invigilator to leave. 2.20 Candidates are not allowed to take any examination material out of the examination room, unless specifically permitted by the invigilator. 2.21 Students who are required to do supplementary examinations or special examinations will be officially notified using their respective Examination Number on the University’s notice board and website www.sfuchas.ac.tz or through any public means of communication. Students should also leave their latest contracts such as telephone numbers or e-mails to facilitate communication. 2.22 Students must understand that the ultimate responsibility for taking the supplementary examination precisely at the time when they are given rests with the student.

3. Guidance for Invigilators 3.1 Before the Examination 3.1.1 Invigilators should personally collect from the Examination Office sealed envelopes containing question papers and any other material prescribed in the rubrics at least thirty minutes before the examination 3.1.2 Invigilators shall be present in the examination room at least twenty minutes before the commencement of the examination, 3.1.3 Invigilators should admit candidates to the examination room at least thirty minutes before the commencement of the examination and ensure that students take the right places.


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3.1.4 During these thirty minutes the invigilator should:- a. Make an announcement to the effect that unauthorized materials are not allowed in the

examination room. b. Make an announcement to the effect that candidates should satisfy themselves that they are in

possession of the correct paper c. Tell the students to note any special rubric at the head of the paper. d. Students should go pray e. Tell students when they may begin writing. Candidates will normally be allowed five minutes

to read the paper.

3.2 During the Examination 3.2.1 Invigilators should not admit candidates to the examination room after thirty minutes have elapsed from the commencement of the examination and should not permit candidates to leave the examination room until one hour has expired. 3.2.2 By the end of thirty minutes from the commencement of the examination the invigilators should have a written list on the Examination Attendance sheet of the names of all the candidates present. 3.2.3 Invigilators should ensure that only one answer-book is provided for each candidate. 3.2.4 Candidate may be permitted to do rough work in the examination booklet on the understanding that rough work is crossed out. 3.2.5 Invigilators shall report immediately after the examination to the Head of Department any candidate who contravenes the Examination Regulations and instructions, especially by unfair practices, as spelt out in Regulation 1.18 above 3.2.6 In case of alleged examination irregularity, the invigilator shall require the candidate to sign an examination incident report and any other materials pertinent to the incident to confirm that they are his/hers. The invigilator also shall sign and submit to the Head of the Department the Examination Incident Report, together with the candidate’s examination booklet and all pertinent materials. 3.2.7 The Head of the Department through the School Dean will submit a full written report on the incident to the Examinations Committee. 3.2.8 The processing of an alleged case of cheating or other irregularity shall be carried out as expeditiously as possible. 3.3 At the End of Examination 3.3.1 Invigilators shall tell the candidates to stop writing and assemble their examination scripts.

3.3.2 Invigilators shall not permit the candidates to leave their places before their scripts have been collected.

3.3.4 Candidates shall sign the Examination Attendance Sheet when they turn in their script.

3.3.4 Invigilators shall enter the number of candidates’ scripts collected and/or received on the Attendance Sheet and sign it


4 Common Academic Regulations 4.1 Introduction The common academic regulations cover Appeals, Grading System, Certificates and Transcripts, Carry over Courses, Graduation Requirements, and Common Courses. 4.2 Appeals against Academic Decisions 4.2.1 Well-grounded appeals supported with substantive and documented evidence against any academic decision or recommendation shall first be lodged with the appellant’s Faculty Dean, who shall forward it to Senate with the Faculty Board’s observations and recommendations. The appeal by the student should be submitted within seven (7) days from the day the results were posted or a decision was communicated to the affected student. The decision of Senate shall be final. 4.2.2 In case of examinations, the Board of Examiner’s recommendation shall be final except where well-authenticated claim for unfair marking or disregard for examination regulations is raised by the affected student. In such a case, findings and observations to the Examinations Committee for detailed discussion. It makes recommendation to the Senate, whose decision shall be final 4.2.3 A student who is dissatisfied with a grade obtained in a particular examination may apply for remarking of the examination paper to the Head of the Department in which the course was offered. The application should be made not less than one week after the release of the examination grades by Corporate Counsel or the individual instructor. A valid justification for the request must be given in writing. The Head of the Department and members of the faculty will then review the case to see if remarking is warranted. An examiner other than the one who initially marked the script will remark the paper. The grade after remarking the paper will be final regardless of whether it is lower or the same as the first grade. The student may not request for a second remarking of the same script. The grade will be communicated to the student by the Corporate Counsel or the head of the Department. 4.2.4 No appeal whatsoever pertaining to the conduct of any University examinations and the marking of the scripts thereof shall be entertained unless such an appeal is lodged with the appropriate University authorities within seven days of the date of publication of the results by or under the authority of the Senate. 4.2.5 All appeals regarding semester examination should be accompanied by a fee of five thousand shillings (Tshs. 5000/) for Diploma students for each course, and of ten thousand shillings (Tshs. 10,000/) for undergraduate, the fee is non-refundable. 4.3 Grading System As appears under the section of methods of evaluation 5.2.24 4.4 Publication of Examination Results The Deputy Vice chancellor for Academic Affairs may, after the academic committee meeting, publish the examination results provisionally subject to confirmation of the results by the Senate upon the recommendation of the School Board


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4.5 Withholding Results The Senate may, where a candidate has failed to fulfill a fundamental contractual or legal obligation with SFUCHAS or a breach of the same e.g. not paying fees or outstanding dues or where is dishonesty or fraud, bar him or her from doing examination or withhold examination results until he/she discharges the obligation or is exonerated from the wrong. 4.6 Graduation With the approval of the Senate, students who complete and fulfill the requirements of the programme will graduate in the Saturday of the third week of November. Graduation attire will be hired for three days at twenty thousand shillings (20,000/=) for degree and fifteen thousand shillings (15,000/=) for diploma graduands. Any late return of the graduation attire shall be charged at ten thousand shillings (10,000/=) a day. 4.7 Certificates and Academic Transcripts Persons applying to the Deputy Principal for Academic Affairs for academic transcript shall be charged a fee of 10,000/=Tshs. A clearance form from the Bursar’s office must be submitted along with a passport size photograph for preparation of transcripts. 4.8 Loss of Certificates The University may issue another copy in case of loss or destruction of the original certificated on condition that:

i. The applicant produces a sworn affidavit testifying to the loss or destruction ii. The applicant must produce evidence that the loss has been adequately publicly announced

iii. The replacement certificate will not be issued until 12 months from the date of loss. iv. A fee of Tshs 5,000/= shall be charged for the copy of the certificate issued.

4.9 Carry over courses Carryover of a failed course into a subsequent year shall imply repeating the failed course in the subsequent year by fulfilling all the requirements of the course. Carryover of elective courses will be allowed only in exceptional circumstances, normally only when those units are needed to comply with regulations. All the carriedover courses shall be cleared within the allowable maximum period of registration; otherwise the student is discontinued from studies. The maximum period of registration is as specified under the specific programmes


5. Mode of Evaluation for the MD programme 5.1 Mode of evaluation for the MD programme basic sciences courses (Year 1- 3). 5.1.1. The MD programme is a ten semester programme and the maximum tenure for the MD degree shall be 14 semesters 5.1.2. For every course there shall be at least two continuous assessments and an end of semester University examination for the subject(s) taught during the semester. The continuous assessment score shall constitute 50% of the end of semester University examination grade for each course. 5.1.3. No student shall be allowed to sit for End of Semester University Examination unless s/he has done all Continuous Assessment(s) in the specific subject. Equally, no student shall be allowed to sit for End of Semester University examination unless he/she has attended more than 75% of all lectures, seminars and practical sessions. 5.1.4. A student who absents him/herself from class(es)/practical(s)/clinical session(s), without compelling reason(s) for three consecutive days or any three days in a week shall be barred to sit for such course examination(s) (CA and UE). Such student(s) shall be required to repeat respective course and appear for such an examination during long vacation. 5.1.5. A candidate who for compelling reasons does not appear for any regular examination wholly or partly shall be allowed by Senate to sit for special examination as first sitting on the recommendation of Faculty/Institute and Academic Boards. 5.1.6. A candidate who obtains a “C” grade or higher in all courses examined in an audit year shall be declared to have passed the examination and will be allowed to proceed to the next year of study. 5.1.7. A candidate who fails in one or more subjects at the end of each audit year (semester one and two) shall be allowed to sit for a first supplementary examination during the long vacation if s/he obtained an overall GPA of 1.6 or higher. 5.1.8. The highest pass mark and grade a candidate can obtain after a first supplementary examination shall be 50% and C, respectively. 5.1.9. A candidate who obtains an overall GPA of less than 1.6 at the end of an audit year (semester one and two) shall be discontinued from studies. 5.1.10. A candidate who fails the first supplementary shall be allowed to proceed to the next year of study and sit for a second supplementary during long vacation provided s/he obtains an overall GPA of 1.8 or higher. The highest pass mark and grade will apply as stipulated under subsection 5.1.8 above. 5.1.11. A candidate who fails the second supplementary with an overall GPA of less than 1.8 shall be discontinued from studies. 5.1.12. A candidate who fails the second supplementary shall not be allowed to sit for a third supplementary, EXCEPT in special cases as may be determined by Senate on recommendations of the Faculty Board and Academic Committee provided that the maximum tenure for the M.D programme of 14 semesters is not exceeded.


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5.1.13. No candidate shall be allowed to proceed to the clinical rotations (4th year and 5th year unless she/he passes all professional courses taught in years 1st, 2nd and 3rd); provided that the maximum tenure for the M.D programme of 14 semesters is not exceeded. 5.2 Mode of evaluation for clinical year courses (Year 4-5). 5.2.1 The candidate will be considered to have passed his/her clinical rotation if s/he will have demonstrated in the course of the rotation that;

5.2.2 Has acquired a satisfactory level of clinical skills in eliciting a history and physical findings from a patient,

5.2.3 Has clerked the required number of patients and submitted a detailed write-up of the history, physical findings, lab results and a plan of management of each patient for evaluation

5.2.4 Has followed closely the patient’s daily progress,

5.2.5 Observe and assisted or executed the prescribed number of procedures,

5.2.6 Has passed a written evaluation at the end of the rotation.

Junior Clinical Rotation, Year 4

5.2.7 The end of Junior Rotation examination shall be done at the end of each rotation. This will be a CA that shall constitute 30% of the Final grade in the Fifth year University Examination. Examination shall consist of written, Objectively Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE.), clinical and/or oral examinations. 5.2.8 For each junior rotation there shall be clinical continuous assessments in the form of Log book in which student’s records prescribed cases clerked from outpatient clinics, wards, procedures observed, assisted, or performed. Log book shall contribute 10% to CA. 5.2.9 A candidate who fails the junior clinical rotation shall be required to do a supplementary rotation of not less than 4 weeks in the failed rotation during the long vacation.

5.2.10. A candidate failing a supplementary examination during junior rotation shall be required to do the second supplementary rotation of not less than 4 weeks when next offered. No candidate will be allowed to proceed to the senior rotation unless she/he has cleared the junior clinical rotations. 5.2.11. A candidate failing the second supplementary examination during junior rotation should repeat the year; provided that the maximum tenure for the M.D programme of 14 semesters is not exceeded.


Senior Clinical Rotation, Year 5 5.2.12. The end of Senior Rotation Examination shall be done at the end of rotation. This examination (CA) shall constitute 20% of the Final Qualifying University Examination. The end of rotation examination shall consist of written, Objectively Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE.), clinical and/or oral examinations. 5.2.13. For each senior rotation there shall be clinical continuous assessments in the form of Log book in which student’s records prescribed cases clerked from outpatient clinics, wards, procedures observed, assisted, or performed. Log book shall contribute 10% to CA. 5.2.14. The final examination in Community Medicine shall be done at the end of senior rotation and an external examiner shall be invited 5.2.15. The Final Qualifying University Examination shall be done at the end of fifth year, where external examiners shall be invited. The final q ualifying University Examination will comprise 50% of the final grade and shall consist of written, Objectively Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE.), clinical and/or oral examinations. 5.2.16. A candidate failing the final qualifying University examination shall be required to appear for the supplementary examination in the failed subjects within three months if he/she has failed one or two subjects or within six months if he/she has failed in three subjects. 5.2.17. A candidate who fails in more than three subjects will be required to repeat the year; provided that the maximum tenure for the M.D programme of 14 semesters is not exceeded. 5.2.18. A candidate in the final year failing a supplementary examination after he/she has attended all prescribed courses shall sit for a second supplementary at the next opportunity of the same course (next final qualifying examination) provided the maximum tenure for the MD programme of 14 semesters is not exceeded. 5.2.19. A candidate in the final year failing a supplementary examination shall also have to register for subsequent supplementary (ies) one month before the commencement of the final qualifying University examination and do a supplementary rotation of 4 weeks for subsequent supplementary (ies). 5.2.20. A candidate in the final year failing the second supplementary examination shall be discontinued from studies. 5.2.21. A candidate will not pass the end of Rotation Examination during Junior and Senior rotations in any subject unless s / he has passed the final clinical part of the examination. 5.2.22. A student shall be awarded the MD degree after passing all prescribed courses including the Elective field project. 5.2.23. The MD degree shall not be classified.


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5.2.24. The grading system shall be a Five-point grading system, as follows:

Letter Grade Percentage Range

Credit Points

A 75 > 4.4 - 5.0 B+ 70-74 3.5 - 4.3 B 60-69 2.7 - 3.4 C 50-59 2.0 - 2.6 D 45-49 1.5 - 1.9 E 0-44 0.0 - 1.4

6. Mode of evaluation for field reports 6.1. All field work reports from Community medicine, Nutrition field project, Elective Research topic and Environmental health will contribute into the respective core course as decided by department. No student shall be allowed to graduate if s/he has not completed all field works including providing reports. 6.2. The satisfactory and supervisors’ signed Elective research report must be submitted to the Head of Epidemiology and Research Methodology department at least eight weeks prior to the final fifth year University Examination.


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TEACHING PROGRAMME FOR THE DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (MD) PROGRAM

SEMESTER 1

HUMAN ANATOMY AND HISTOLOGY (AN 100) (13.8 UNITS)

Introduction Aim To impart knowledge to the students on the structure and development of the human body in health. Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to:

Understand and describe the structure of the human body in health as seen with the naked eye Identify different parts of the human body Understand and use medical/anatomical terminology Understand and describe the structure of the human body in health at microscopic level Identify with the aid of a microscope different types of cells, tissues and organs Understand and describe the processes involved in the development of the human body Describe congenital malformations Explain how congenital maiformations come about.

Course Contents The course will be offered in modules as shown in the table below:

Module Code Course Name

Lectures Practicals Total

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I AN 101 Organisation of the human body, Cell biology and genetics

19 1.3 - - 19 1.3

II AN 102 Upper limb, Thorax, Head and Neck

17 1.1 117 2.6 134 3.7

III AN 103 Lower Limb Abdomen, Pelvis

13 0.9 75 1.7 88 2.6

IV AN 104 Neurobiology 16 1.1 10 0.2 26 1.3

V AN 105 General and Systemic Histology

32 2.1 30 0.7 62 2.8

VI AN 106 Developmental Biology 32 2.1 - - 32 2.1

TOTAL 110 8.6 232 5.2 342 13.8


BIOCHEMISTRY (BC 100) (10.7 UNITS)

Introduction Biochemistry is a basic science subject on which most biological sciences find their foundation. It entails the fundamental concepts of chemistry of life which includes structural organization, energy interconvention, signal transduction and finally genetic information storage and flow. Recent developments in Molecular Biology are also embodied in Biochemistry. Aims To impart knowledge on structural organization of biomolecules To impart knowledge on molecular and energy transformation and control of metabolism To impart knowledge on signal transductions/flow and storage of genetic information

Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to:

Describe chemistry of proteins, lipids and carbohydrates and to recognize some basic structures Describe cellular organization at molecular level Describe structure and function of Enzymes including clinical application of enzymology Describe principles of Biological oxidation and oxidative phosphorylation and thermodynamics Describe processes in intermediary metabolism Describe selected concepts in Molecular Biology Describe porphyrins and bile pigments metabolism Describe hormone mechanisms and signal transduction

Course Content: The course will be offered in module as shown in the table below:


Lectures Practical Total

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I BC 101 Chemistry of Biomolecules

25 1.7 - - 25 1.7

II BC 102 Enzymology, coenzymes and energy transformation

30 2.0 10 0.2 41 2.2

III BC 103 Metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids

50 3.3 10 0.2 60 3.5

IV BC 104 Molecular Biology and hormone systems

43 2.9 20 0.4 63 3.3

TOTAL 148 9.9 41 0.8 189 10.7


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MEDICAL ETHICS AND SOCIAL ETHICS (MF 301-30) (8.7 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims To develop working knowledge of current ethical guidelines, professional codes of practice. To understand how ethical guidelines relate to medical practice & research.


Explain the concept of rights and duties of a doctor. Explain the concept of consent to treatment, medical procedure and participation in medical research Explain the prima facie moral principles List the ethical issues involved in screening List the ethical issues involved in research involving animals. Identify the ethical and legal issues involved in medical negligence Explain the abortion act and its implications Identify the ethical and legal issues involved in Obstetrics where there is conflict between care of

mother and fetus. Identify the ethical and legal issues involved in care and research in Psychiatry Identify the legal and ethical issues involved in research involving minors List situations where confidentiality may be broken and give reasons. Perform a thorough medical legal autopsy and give a clear report. Investigate non-natural deaths and be able to give evidence in court Procure and preserve materials for forensic and toxicological investigations Interpre-clinical toxicological findings Conduct oneself and discharge one’s duties in a manner expected of the profession.



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MF 301 Medical Ethics I 19 1.3 - - 19 1.3

MF 302 Medical Ethics II

19 1.3 - - 19 1.3

MF 303 Medical Ethic III

19 1.3 - - 19 1.3

II MF 304

Medical Ethics IV

19 1.3 - - 19 1.3

MF 305 Medical Ethics V

19 0.7 - - 19 0.9

TOTAL 95 6.5 - - 95 6.5


SEMESTER 2

PHYSIOLOGY (PH 100) (9.3 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims To provide students with knowledge on normal functioning of the human body and how the various normal functions are controlled and regulated. Objectives At the end of the course the student is expected to:

Describe the various homeostatic and control systems and the way they operate in the human body. Enumerate the international system of units which describe mass, volume, and concentration. Describe the general physiology of the cell membrane; membrane potentials in excitable tissues

(example; muscle cells and nerves). List the major constituents of body tissues, and describe the composition and partitioning of body

fluids. List the composition of blood and describe the general functions of blood; the formation characteristics

and functions of different blood cells. List the major divisions of the circulatory system, and describe its general organization, functions and

the control of the cardiovascular system. Describe the functional anatomy of the respiratory system, the mechanics of breathing, alveolar gas

exchange and the control of the respiratory system. Describe the functional anatomy of the kidney, the renal mechanisms of filtration, excretion and re-

absorption; concentrating and diluting mechanisms and the endocrine function of the kidney. Describe the functional anatomy of the digestive system, the motility, secretory, digestive, absorptive

and endocrine functions of the digestive system. Explain the chemical nature of hormones, and describe how the hormones are secreted, transported in

plasma, their functions and how they are metabolized excreted. Describe the organization of the nervous system and explain the physiological functions, sensory and

motor system; autonomic nervous system; special senses Course Contents The course will be offered in modules as shown in the table below:



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I PH 101 Fluid and circulation 37 2.4 36 0.8 72 3.2

II PH 102 Metabolism and excretory systems

36 2.4 26 0.6 62 3.0

III PH 103 Neuro-endocrine physiology

42 2.8 12 0.3 54 3.1

TOTAL 115 7.6 74 1.7 189 9.3


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BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES AND BIOSTATISTICS (BS 100) (10.4 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims To provide a course that is relevant to current public health problems and their interventions. To provide students with fundamental statistical skills relevant to public health analysis. To introduce students to specific concepts and models that explain ill-health and diseases. Objectives By the end of this course students should be able to:

Understand the relationship between illness and human behavior. Recognize social, cultural and psychological factors that influence ill-health. Describe different models that explain health behavior. Measure health related knowledge and behavior in the community. Understand the relationship between culture and health. Appreciate the role of traditional medicine in health services provision. Understand and analyze factors that affect utilization of health services. Analyze risk behaviors pertaining to ill-health. To enable students identify social, cultural and psychological factors that may lead to adverse health

outcomes in human populations. To enable students identify broad based social issues that are important in public health interventions.

Course Contents The course will be offered in modules as shown in the table below.



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II BS 102 Health and Psychology

45 3.0 25 0.6 70 3.6

III BS 103 Biostatistics and dermography

39 2.6 21 0.5 60 3.1

TOTAL 134 8.6 74 1.8 208 10.4


DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (DS100) (4.6 UNITS)

Introduction Aim The course exposes students to the theories, problems and contemporary issues of development in relation to health. Objectives At the end of the course, students should be able to:

Define the concept of development Explain the different theories of development Describe the process of social and political developments in Africa Relate health to the theories of development




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L DS 101 Social Development and Health

25 1.7 10 0.2 35 1.9

Ll DS 102 Education, Rural Development, Gender and Health

15 1.0 10 0.2 25 1.2

Lll DS 103 Population, Poverty and Health, and Entrepreneurship

20 1.3 10 0.2 30 1.5

TOTAL 60 4.0 30 0.6 90 4.6


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SEMESTER 3

MICROBIOLOGY/IMMUNOLOGY (MM 200) (9.3 UNITS) Introduction Aim To provide students with knowledge and skills in the subject of Microbiology and Immunology. Objectives At the end of the course the student is expected to:

Understand the main principles of general Medical Microbiology and Immunology. Acquire knowledge of host-parasite-environment relationship in health and in microbial diseases Understand the aetiology of human microbial and immunological health problems Be familiar with the general epidemiological aspects of microbial health problems and simple

preventive measures of specific health problems with special reference to sub Saharan Africa. Be familiar with collection and handling of appropriate specimens for Microbiological investigation. Be familiar with and able to perform essential microbiological and immunological laboratory

procedures used in determining aetiology of common microbial and immunological health problems. To enable them appreciate the role of the subject in problem solving in infectious disease management,

prevention and control. Course Contents The course will be offered in modules as shown in the table below:



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I MM 201 General Bacteriology 54 3.6 62 1.4 116 5.0

II MM 202 Virology and Mycology

39 2.6 6 0.1 45 2.7

III MM 203 Immunology 21 1.4 8 0.2 29 1.6

TOTAL 114 7.6 76 1.7 190 9.3


PARASITOLOGY/ ENTOMOLOGY (PE 200) (7.3 UNITS) Introduction Aim To impart knowledge on identification of life cycles, epidemiological factors, host-parasite relationships To impart knowledge on identification of the appropriate preventive and control measures. Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to:

Describe in detail the life cycles of medically important parasites Describe the organs commonly involved in the infection Describe the relationship of this infection to symptoms, relapse and the accompanying pathology. Describe the factors that determine endemicity of the parasite infection Describe the distribution and epidemiology of the parasites in East Africa Describe the methods of parasite control e.g. chemotherapy, mollusciciding general sanitation etc. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of each method.



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I PE 201 Protozoology and Immuno Parasitology

35 2.3 19 0.4 54 2.7

II PE 202 Helminthology 36 2.4 29 0.6 65 3.0

III PE 203 Entomology 20 1.3 13 0.3 33 1.6

TOTAL 91 6.0 61 1.3 152 7.3


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CLINICAL PHYSIOLOGY (PH 200) (3.8 UNITS)

Introduction Physiology is the study of normal functioning and phenomenon of living things. It is a biological science with particular aims of describing, explaining and understanding how living things work or function; and the intricate control system and regulatory mechanisms that permit the body to operate and survive in an often-hostile environment. During the second year students learn clinical physiology with relation to normal and disordered physiological functions of organs and body systems. The students also learn the physiological basis underlying diagnostic procedures as well as the physiological basis underlying diseases management and treatment. Aims To provide students with knowledge on normal and disordered functioning of the human body and how to use this knowledge in making correct diagnosis and management of disease conditions. Objectives At the end of study of this course the student should be able to:

Explain the concept of reserve, compensation and failure. Describe the body fluid compartments, derangements of body fluid and how the kidneys compensate

for such derangements. Describe the abnormalities in erythropoiesis, anaemias, haemostasis and bleeding tendencies. Describe the normal and abnormal functioning of the digestive system, including malabsorption and

excess secretion of hydrochloric acid and its effects. Describe the various mechanisms that lead to disordered cardiovascular functions including

hypertension, cardiac failure and circulatory shock. Describe the disordered function of the Respiratory system including impairment of the alveolar

capillary gas transfer, respiratory insufficiency and failure, hypoxia, hypercapnoea. Describe the abnormalities in the endocrine functions including diabetes mellitus, thyroid dysfunction,

adrenal gland dysfunction and parathyroid gland dysfunction. Describe the disorders of motor and sensory functions as well as disorders of the autonomic nervous

system.


Course Contents The course will be offered in three modules as shown in the table below:

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (DS 200) (4.9 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims

To expose students to Tanzania’s development experiences and be aware of alternative development strategies existing currently.

Objectives At the end of the course students should be able to: -

Analyze the dynamics of Tanzania’s development plans/strategies and implementation in health and health related sectors.

Compare and contrast different development strategies in developing countries. Analyze current development problems and issues in Tanzania and developing countries in general

and how these problems relate to health Should be able to plan, organize and manage a private health care facility.

Lectures Total


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I PH 201 Clinical Physiology of Fluid and Circulation

20 1.3 20 1.3

II PH 202 Clinical Physiology of Metabolism and excretory system

19 1.3 19 1.3

III PH 203 Clinical Physiology of Neurophysiology and endocrinology

18 1.2 18 1.2

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20 1.3 10 0.2 30 1.5

II DS 202 Human Rights, Governance and Entrepreneurship

45 3.0 20 0.4 65 3.4

TOTAL 65 4.3 30 0.6 95 4.9

INTRODUCTION TO BASIC CLINICAL METHODS (CM 200: 201-204) (0.8 UNIT)

Introduction During this course students will be divided into groups to rotate through different departments during semesters 3 and 4. Development of clinical skills initiated during this course will form basis for scaling up the same during semesters 5 through 10 to include comprehensive patient care and management.

Aims 1. To introduce students to clinical skills based on cognitive knowledge acquired in basic sciences 2. To introduce/orientate students to the wards, importance of team work (e.g. nurses, laboratory

personnel, pharmacists,) in patient care. 3. To develop basic elementary professional skills (communication and physical signs/features) in

Psychiatry, Surgery, Pediatrics and Child Health, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 4. To introduce students to the clinical setting for mental health care and common mental disorders

Objectives To enable the students to gain insight of the scope of Medicine, Psychiatry, Surgery, Pediatrics and Child Health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology.





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I CM 201 Introduction to common physical signs in medicine

- - 9 0.2 9 0.2

II CM 202 Introduction to common physical signs in surgery

- - 9 0.2 9 0.2

III CM 203 Introduction to common physical signs in Obstetric and Gynaecological

- - 9 0.2 9 0.2

IV CM 204 Introduction to common physical signs in Paediatrics

- - 9 0.2 9 0.2

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PATHOLOGY AND FORENSIC MEDICINE (MP 200) (17.6 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims To impart to student’s knowledge of aetiology, pathogenesis, morphologic and functional changes of the human body in disease.

Objectives At the end of the course the student is expected to be able to do the following:

Identify with the aid of a microscope cellular changes indicative of injury Describe the etiology and pathogenesis of infectious and non-infectious diseases. Select and carry out appropriate Laboratory tests for the diagnosis of diseases. Collect and handle appropriately specimens for investigations of the various diseases including

biopsies Integrate and correlate laboratory results to the management of patient’s illness. Perform clinical autopsy, describe morphological changes and write a detailed report.




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Principles of General Pathology and Lympho-haemopoietic systems

65 4.3 26 0.6 91 4.9

II MP 202 Systemic Pathology I (RS, CVS, UGS, GIT*)

80 5.3 20 0.4 100 5.7

III MP 203 Systemic Pathology II (Endocrine, CNS skin and MSS, HIV/AIDS)

54 3.6 22 0.5 76 4.1

IV MP 204 Forensic Medicine 38 2.6 15 0.3 53 2.9

TOTAL 237 15.9 83 1.8 320 17.6


EPIDEMIOLOGY AND RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (ER 200) (8.0 UNITS)

Introduction Aims

1. To introduce to the students the basic principles of epidemiology and research methodology and their application in the planning and provision of medical and health care services.

2. To introduce the students to environmental determinants of health and disease in human populations. Objectives At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

Understand and utilize the basic principles of epidemiology in research and in planning provision medical and health care services

Understand and use the epidemiological methods in research and assess community health needs Understand and use the research methods to collect, analyze and present critical information to

stakeholders and wider audience Understand the epidemiology and control of the selected major diseases of public health importance

in Tanzania. Describe the physical, biological, socio-cultural and environmental factors affecting health and

disease. Identify the agencies and services available to families and the extent to which they meet their needs.




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I ER 201 Principles of Epidemiology

31 2.1 15 0.3 46 2.4

II ER 202 Research Methodology 14 0.9 34 0.8 48 1.7

III ER 203 Environmental Health and Family Case Studies

20 1.3 118 2.6 138 3.9

TOTAL 65 4.3 167 3.7 232 8.0

INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL METHODS (CM 200: 205-206) (2.7 UNITS)

Introduction This is a vertical program, on introduction to clinical skills development. The course started during semester 3 and students were divided into groups that rotate through different departments. At the end of this semester students should have completed the rotations. During the fourth semester psychopathology and introduction to clinical methods in psychiatry courses will be taught within the Clinical Methods Module. The psychopathology course introduces students to concepts of normality, disturbed behavior, and develops expressive skills for clinical psychiatry over 37 hours of lectures.


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Aim 1. To introduce students to clinical skills based on cognitive knowledge acquired in basic sciences 2. To introduce/orientate students to the wards, importance of team work (e.g. nurses, laboratory

personnel, pharmacists,) in patient care. 3. To develop basic elementary professional skills (communication and physical signs/features) in

Psychiatry, Surgery, Pediatrics and Child Health, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 4. To introduce students to the clinical setting for mental health care and common mental disorders 5. To introduce the concept of psychopathology and normality and to provide an introduction to the

technical language used to describe symptoms and signs in clinical psychiatry. Objectives

To enable the students to gain insight of the scope of Medicine, Psychiatry, Surgery, Pediatrics and Child Health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

To define and describe psychopathology Vs normative behaviors To list and define common abnormalities in basic human psychological processes.

Course Contents The course will be offered in module as shown in the table below:


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VI CM 206 Introduction to common physical signs & features in Psychiatry

- - 9 0.2 9 0.2

TOTAL 37 2.5 9 0.2 9 2.7


NUTRITION FIELD PROJECT (EF 200) (5.3 UNITS)

Introduction Field work for this course is done during the long vacation after the 4th Semester.

Aim To impart to student’s knowledge on nutrition and nutritional disorders to the individual and community. Objectives

At the end of the course the students should be able to; Describe nutrition disorders of public health importance globally and in Tanzania Analyse causes of malnutrition using the UNICEF’s conceptual framework and how to intervene using

the Triple A Cycle. Develop a research proposal to assess nutritional status in the community. Carry out a nutritional survey in the community using anthropometric measurements. Interact well with mothers, families and community leaders. Analyse and interpret research findings and disseminate them to the community.

Course Content The course will be offered in module as shown in the table below:


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Overview of nutritional problems of public health importance

35 2.3 - - 35 2.3

II EF 202

Applied research methodology in nutrition

15 1.0 90 2.0 105 3.0

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CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY (CP 300) (11.5 UNITS) Inroduction Aim To introduce the student to the basic concepts of pharmacology. To provide the student with the basic principles of drug action and to apply them in rational clinical use in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease. To provide the student with knowledge of chemical agents found in environment.

Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to: Apply and discuss in a satisfactory and professional manner the use and actions of drugs in the wards

and clinics. Recognize where required and in accordance with the law when prescription are written correctly Understand the importance of pharmacology in the practice of medicine and related social economic

problems Keep current with new developments and to contribute new knowledge as the occasions may arise.

Course Contents

The course will be offered in module as shown in the table below:

MANAGEMENT OF DISEASES COURSES I (MD 300-310)

Introduction The Management of Diseases course comprises of Internal Medicine, Surgery and Surgical Specialities, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics and Child Health, Psychiatry and Community Medicine. The course is taught in three semesters (5, 6 and 7). Management of Diseases I (MD 300) is taught during the 5th semester and Management of Diseases II (MD 300) during the 6th semester and Management of Diseases 111 (MD300) during semester 7.



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I CP 301 Autonomic Nervous system

52 3.5 9 0.2 61 3.7

II CP 302 Pharmacology of the nervous and endocrine systems

52 3.5 5 0.1 57 3.6

III CP 303 Systemic Pharmacology 60 4.0 8 0.2 68 4.2

TOTAL 164 11.0 22 0.5 186 11.5


Aim Promote the acquisition of cognitive knowledge, basic clinical skills and investigations.


Understand the scientific basis of diagnosis and management of common clinical conditions Take history and elicit clinical features of disease conditions. Make diagnosis and be able to suggest treatment Apply public health, epidemiology, social and behavioural aspects of disease into disease prevention

health promotion and care in the community.

MANAGEMENT OF DISEASES I (MD 300) (24.6 UNITS)

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Infectious and communicable diseases

87 5.8 95 2.1 182 7.9

III MD 303 Cardiovascular and Respiratory diseases

30 2.0 16 0.4 46 2.4

IV MD 304 Dermatology and Rheumatology

23 1.5 2 0.0 25 1.5

V MD 305 Neurology 26 1.7 4 0.1 30 1.8

VI MD 306 Nephrology, Urology, Geriatrics and chronic illnesses

30 2.0 5 0.1 35 2.1

VII MD 307 Endocrine and GIT disorders

30 2.0 10 0.2 40 2.2

VIII MD 308 ENT 30 2.0 6 0.1 36 2.1

IX MD 309 Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery

34 2.3 10 0.2 44 2.5

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MANAGEMENT OF DISEASES II (MD 311-317) (25.5 UNITS)

Objective Method of teaching and evaluation as under Management of Disease I above. Course Content: The course will be offered in module as shown in the table below:



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X MD 311 Mental illnesses and related disorders

57 3.8 - - 57 3.8

XI MD 312 Diseases of the eye 28 1.9 28 0.6 56 2.5

XII MD 313 Diagnostic Radiology and radiotherapy

76 5.1 - - 76 5.1

XIII MD 314 Anesthesiology 57 3.8 - - 57 3.8

XIV MD 315 Paediatrics and Child Health 41 2.7 16 0.4 57 3.1

XV MD 316 Obstetrical and Gynaecology 67 4.5 9 0.2 76 4.7

XVI MD 317 Community Medicine 38 2.5 - - 38 2.5

TOTAL 364 24.3 53 1.2 417 25.5

MD 311: Mental illness and related disorders

Aims

To introduce students to clinical aspects of Psychiatry:

To train them to recognize and to describe psychiatric syndromes adequately and to know the criteria for diagnosis, classification and broad lines of management of common mental health related problems and mental disorders

Objectives

At the end of the module, students will be able to: Describe briefly the basis of classificatory systems in clinical psychiatry List known etiological factors for selected psychiatric syndromes from a holistic perspective

(biological, psychological and socio-environmental) Describe pathognomonic and characteristic signs and symptoms of psychiatric syndromes, make

adequate diagnosis based on vignettes and support such diagnosis


MD 312: Diseases of the Eye Aim Promote the acquisition of cognitive knowledge, basic clinical skills and investigations of Eye diseases.


Understand the scientific basis of diagnosis and management of common clinical conditions Take history and elicit clinical features of disease conditions. Make diagnosis and be able to suggest treatment Apply public health, epidemiology, social and behavioural aspects of disease into disease prevention,

health promotion and care in the community.

MD313: Diagnostic Radiology and Radiotherapy

Aim To educate medical students on utilization of Radiology and Radiological Sciences in patient management.

Objectives

To educate medical students on the production of x-ray, they’re physical properties, and various ways of acquiring, storing and transferring images.

To equip medical students with adequate knowledge of the choice of various radiological methods/techniques used in investigating patients.

To educate medical students on how to identify radiological signs and correlate these signs to clinical-pathological information; in order to make reasonable differential diagnoses.

To introduce/educate medical students on clinical oncology; with emphasis on various modalities used in the management of different types of neoplastic disease which are common in Tanzania.

MD 314: Anaesthesiology Aim

To impart knowledge on the basic principles and practice of anaesthesiology


1. Provide appropriate resuscitation measures, pain relief and continuous support for vital body functions. 2. Use basic equipment for handling emergencies in the operating theatre, intensive care unit and

emergency room. 3. Administer local, spinal and general anaesthesia


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MD 315: Paediatrics and Child Health

Aim To impart Knowledge and scientific basis and clinical skills that would enable student upon completion of the course to prevent and manage childhood illnesses in an effective and integrated manner that would then help to provide quality Paediatric and child care. Specific Objectives

(a) To impart basic knowledge and some aspects of child’s health and some of the Common peadiatric problems that would enable a student to gain insight of the scope of peadiatric and child health in Tanzania.

(b) To impart Knowledge and clinical skills in peadiatric history taking and physical Examination that would enable the student to determine the patients’ problems.

(c) To introduce the student to some aspects of integrated management of Childhood

Illnesses (IMCI) concepts in order that he/she may appreciate the rational of IMCI strategy

MD 316: Obstetrics/Gynaecology Introduction to Gynaecology Revision of applied anatomy of the female reproductive organs.

- definition of gynaecology - gross anatomy of the ovary - fallopian tube - uterus - vulva & vagina - blood supply - lymphatic drainage

MD 317: Community Medicine Course aim

To familiarize medical students with health issues of public helth importance

Course objectives

1. To introduce medical students on community medicine 2. To introduce medical students on community mental health


SEMESTERS 7 AND 8 (JUNIOR ROTATION) (49.4 UNITS)

Introduction During semesters 7 and 8 students will be divided into five groups that shall remain in their respective rotation groups throughout. The rotations shall be of 8 weeks each in Community Medicine/ Psychiatry and Mental Health, Paediatrics and Child Health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Surgery and Trauma and Internal medicine.

Rotation Code Course Name


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I MC 400 Community Medicine 105 7.0 246 5.5 351 12.5

II MH 400 Paediatrics and Child Health

16 1.1 246 5.5 262 6.6

III MG 400 Obstetrics and Gynaecology

16 1.1 246 5.5 262 6.6

IV MS 400 Surgery and Trauma 16 1.1 246 5.5 262 6.6

V MI 400 Internal Medicine 16 1.1 246 5.5 262 6.6

VI MY 400 Psychiatry and Mental Health

70 4.7 140 3.1 210 7.8

- ME 400 Elective Research - - 123 2.7 123 2.7

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SEMESTERS 9 AND 10 (SENIOR ROTATION) (25.5 UNITS)

Introduction During semesters 9 and 10 students will be divided into five groups which will continue rotating in Paediatrics and Child Health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Surgery and Trauma and Internal medicine for 6 weeks. In addition, each group will rotate Surgical Specialties for 6 weeks each as well.

Rotation Code Course Name Lectures Practicals Total

HOURS Units Hours Units Hours Units

I MH 500 Pediatrics and Child Health

15 1 185 4.1 200 5.1

II MG 500 Obstetrics and Gynaecology

15 1 185 4.1 200 5.1

III MS 500 Surgery and Trauma

15 1 185 4.1 200 5.1

IV MI 500 Internal Medicine 15 1 185 4.1 200 5.1

V MZ 500 Surgical Specialties

15 1 185 4.1 200 5.1

TOTAL 75 5 925 20.5 1000 25.5

COMMUNITY MEDICINE (MC 400) (12.5 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims To have medical doctors who are familiar with the prevailing health problems in the community and competent in managing them in line with the country’s health policy. Objectives The student should be able to learn how to:

Translate health policy and guidelines into action with more emphasis on Health Sector Reform (HSR).

Design and implement district health plans. Mobilize resources and marketing of health services (entrepreneurship) Provide health services with technical and professional proficiency.

These are tasks that they will be expected to perform after completion of their training as DHM Team leaders.


Course Contents This course will be offered in modules as shown in the table below:

Module Code Course Name Lectures Practicals Total

Hours Units Hours Units Hours Units

I MC 401 Research Methodology 28 2.1 64 1.4 92 3.5

II MC 402 National Health Programmes

28 2.1 27 0.6 55 2.7

III MC 403 Organization of Health Services in Tanzania

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0.7 88 2.0 102 2.7

IV MC 404 Planning and Management 35 2.1 67 1.5 102 3.6

TOTAL 105 7.0 246 5.5 351 12.5

PAEDIATRICS AND CHILD HEALTH (MH 400/500) (6.6 /5.1 UNITS)

Introduction

Aims To impart knowledge and practical clinical skills on paediatrics and child health practice that would enable students upon completion of the course to prevent and manage major childhood illnesses in an effective and integrated manner that would help him/her provide quality paediatric and child health care


Take a paediatric history using good communicating skills, interpret relevant points in the history to specific disease entities.

Interpret abnormal signs in different systems and order relevant investigations Arrive at the right diagnosis and plan management. Perform basic clinical, nursing procedures and patient care Perform basic laboratory procedures, interpret them to improve the case management To use knowledge and skills base on IMCI diseases conditions as a basis for prevention and integrated

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OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY (MG 400/500) (6.6 /5.1 UNITS)

Aims Impart knowledge and skills in the management of common obstetric, gynaecological conditions as well as acquire broad understanding of reproductive health issues.

Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to: Acquire communication skills and appropriate attitude in dealing with a gynaecologic and obstetric patient. Recognize and manage common gynaecological and obstetric conditions. Acquire knowledge and practical skills in the promotion and provision of family planning services. Recognize and manage life threatening emergency obstetric conditions Acquire general knowledge on preventive aspects of obstetrics, gynaecology, and reproductive health.

SURGERY AND TRAUMA (MS 400/ 500) (6.6 /5.1 UNITS)

Aim To produce a graduate who is competent to diagnose common surgical conditions and institute management measures for the same, as well as recognize complex conditions, refer them to an appropriate specialist and institute preventive measures for surgical diseases where appropriate. Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to:

Take, record and present a focused clinical history which helps to lead to a diagnosis. Perform physical examination of patients with surgical conditions, eliciting and recording relevant

positive and negative physical signs. Request relevant laboratory, radiological and other investigations for confirmation of the diagnosis

and other relevant evaluation of the surgical patient. Prescribe and perform various tests, procedures and activities necessary for preparation of patients for

planned and emergency surgery as well as non-surgical therapy. Prescribe and carry out appropriate medical and surgical therapeutic measures for common surgical

conditions and refer more complex conditions to competent specialists. Describe and execute an integrated interdisciplinary approach in the management of common surgical

conditions. Teach and effectively supervise other medical and paramedical staff in his/her charge. Plan and execute basic research projects and prepare write-ups for reports, publication and other

purposes. Use the library for study and literature search from print and electronic media. Recognize and describe preventable surgical conditions and institute appropriate preventive measures.


INTERNAL MEDICINE (MI 400/ 500) (6.6 /5.1 UNITS)

Aims To impart knowledge, practical skills, situation analysis, disease formulation and management of medical diseases to students who upon completion of the course would be competent without supervision to diagnose, treat, prevent common medical conditions and recognize complex conditions needing referral to specialist and institute preventive measure where appropriate. Objectives The graduate upon completion of the course should be able to:

Take a detailed history and present focused clinical history which is relevant to the problem at hand Master techniques of demonstration of physical signs in different systems in patients and in eliciting

positive and negative signs, which are relevant to the problem at hand. Order relevant investigations in order of importance in a problem at hand and perform side room

investigations and recognize and interpret laboratory results of common medical conditions. Master principles in therapeutics, dosages and untoward effects of common prescribed drugs. Acquire skills in handing medical emergencies and recognizing complex medical conditions for

referral to competent specialist. Plan and executive basic research, prepare project write up, publication and use of library and literature

search. Acquire skills in teaching and effectively supervise subordinate health personnel.

Course Contents The course will cover a number of disease system units including: Respiratory, Nephrology, Cardiovascular, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Rheumatology, Haematology and Infectious diseases. Emphasis will be on common communicable diseases like Tuberculosis, HIV, Malaria and emerging non-communicable diseases, for instance, hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus, and Strokes. Tropical diseases like leprosy, onchocerciasis, Schotosomiasis, and Filariasis will be covered adequately.


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5 0.3 82 1.8 87 2.1

II MI 402/502 Nephrology/Gastroenterology

5 0.3 83 1.9 88 2.2

III MI 403/503 Neurology/Geriatrics 7 0.5 83 1.9 90 2.4

IV MI 404/504 Endocrine/Haematology

4 0.3 59 1.3 63 1.6

V MI 405/505 Rheumatology/Dermatology

6 0.4 75 1.7 81 2.1

VI MI 406/506

Cardiology 4 0.3 49 1.0 53 1.3

Total 31 2.1 431 9.6 462 11.7 MI 401/501 Infectious Diseases By the end of the course the student will have mastered knowledge to make and a diagnosis, plan therapy and prevention of common and important infectious disease and will have acquired clinical skills in interpretation of clinical and laboratory data related to infectious diseases. Lectures will cover viral, bacterial, parasitic and fungal infection. Emphasis will be placed on common infections and general understanding of general infection. Principles of antimicrobials chemotherapy and rational us of antibiotics. Lectures and clinical care of HIV opportunistic infections, HIV antiviral therapy, interpretation of laboratory tests and counselling in HIV infection

PSYCHIATRY AND MENTAL HEALTH (MY 400) (7.8 UNITS)

Aims To enable students by imparting appropriate knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose and manage patients with mental disorders.

Pre-requisites: Student has completed and passed the mental illness and related disorders course.

Objectives At the end of the course students will be able to:

Discuss the inter-relationship between psychological and physiological processes in illness, with focus on identifying protective, predisposing, precipitating and perpetuating factors associated with illness at both inter and intra-personal levels.

Identify and list biological, psychological and social factors that influence mental illness presentation and course


SURGICAL SPECIALTIES (MZ 500) (5.1 UNITS)

ANAESTHESIOLOGY AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE (MZ 501)

Aims Impart knowledge on the basic principles and practice of anaesthesiology


Provide appropriate resuscitation measures, pain relief and continuous support for vital body functions Use basic equipment for handling emergencies in the operating theatre, intensive care unit and

emergency room. Administer local, spinal and general anaesthesia

OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY (MZ 502) Aims To impart knowledge and skills to handle without supervision adequate ORL care to the individual patient and community Objectives At the end of the course the student should be able to:

Recognize and manage unsupervised common ORL conditions in his/her place of practice. Recognize and render primary care and refer to higher institutions, ORL conditions which are curable

but beyond his/her competence. Recognize and provide palliative care to patients with ORL conditions which are incurable.

OPHTHALMOLOGY (MZ 503)

Aim To impart basic knowledge, clinical skills, management and prevention of common eye conditions Objectives At the end of the course the student is expected to:

1. Diagnose and manage common eye diseases. 2. Identify eye cases for referral 3. Promote eye health in the community in collaborating with other players 4. Train health workers on primary eye care.

ELECTIVE RESEARCH (ME 400) (2.7 UNITS)

Aim To impart individualized practical experience in research methodology

Objectives At the end of the course the student will be able to:

1. Develop independently a sound research proposal and perform data collection 2. Analyze data and write a research report


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CLINICAL CLERKSHIP GUIDELINES Introduction

The College underscores the role of this stage in training of the medical students as it lies at the heart of medical education. In this curriculum, the College endeavors to give students clinical exposure as much as possible.

The curriculum has been designed to provide medical students with an opportunity to learn by experience in patient care and by examples set by the faculty and house staff. It will be focused on real problems in the context of professional practice. It is expected that the students will be motivated by its relevance and through active participation. We believe it is the only setting in which the skills of history taking, physical examination, clinical reasoning, decision making, empathy, and professionalism can be taught and learnt as an integrated whole.

During clerkship, the student will be expected to take a complete history, conduct a thorough and accurate physical exam, take into consideration complex psycho-social issues, formulate a problem list, construct a relevant differential diagnosis, and along with her/his team begin to manage the daily details of the care of patients.

Additionally in senior clerkship, the student shall learn on how to take a more focused history and physical examination basing on the patient’s presenting complaints, and manage acute and chronic conditions.

GOALS

To develop skills and knowledge needed to take an accurate history and physical examination and to formulate an appropriate differential diagnoses;

To introduce student to the principles of developing a management plan for various diagnoses; To encourage student to take an active role as a member of the health care team, to learn to be

responsible for patient management, to learn to work effectively with other members of the health care team and to develop skills as a professional.

CLERKSHIP GUIDELINES

The following shall constitute general guidelines and an outline of what is expected from student, and what the student should expect from teachers during their inpatient clerkships rotations. Although minor variations may exist from firm to firm and from discipline to discipline the basic format will apply to all.

Clinical clerks are expected to:

1. Perform an admission history and physical examination on at least five patients per week. For each patient the student shall:

a. Limit initial formal contact with patient to one hour. b. Submit for review within 24 hours a detailed write-up of the history physical findings,

admission lab results, a formulation, and a plan of management. c. Read suggested information relevant to a major aspect of the patient's illness. d. Follow closely the patient's daily progress and report on this progress during ward rounds. e. Assist interns with routine chores (data-gathering, etc.) necessary for the care of the patient.


2. Demonstrate to the consultant/specialist (during twice-weekly "students only" sessions) their level of skill in eliciting historical information and physical findings and management protocols.

3. Observe and assist with special procedures such as bladder catheterization, Nasal Gastric tube insertions, bone marrow aspirations, lumbar punctures, venepunture, etc.

4. Present cases during major and service ward rounds.

The Consultant/Attending Specialist is expected to: 1. Meet separately with the clinical clerks at least twice each week. During these sessions the consultant

will directly supervise and observe the ability of clerks to take histories and to elicit and demonstrate physical findings.

2. Participate actively with the resident, registrars and interns in the process of reviewing and criticizing student write-ups and being certain that write-ups are returned to the student within 24-48 hours.

3. Suggest reading materials relevant to the student's cases. 4. Observe closely and improve the interactions between hospital staff and clinical clerks. 5. Discuss the student's progress and level of performance (personally) after two weeks and again at

the end of the rotation. 6. Observe the student in a comprehensive history taking and physical examination on an unknown

patient at the last week of the rotation.

The ward resident is expected to: 1. Assign new cases to the clinical clerks. In making these assignments the resident shall:

a. Select those cases most suitable for advancing the medical education of the student b. Be certain that an appropriate one hour interval is set aside for the admission contact between

patient and student. 2. Assign specific reading materials directly relevant to each patient worked up by the student 3. Review student write-ups with the consultant/specialist. Discuss these with the student within 24-48

hours of submission. 4. Closely supervise and improve interactions between clinical clerks and interns. 5. Determine when each clinical clerk is qualified to:

a. present progress data during ward rounds b. present cases during attending rounds c. write progress notes in the medical record

6. Discuss with each student (personally) on their level of performance at two weeks intervals.

The intern is expected to:

1. Discuss with the student (personally), after the student has completed a formulation and plan of management, all aspects of the case assigned to the student.

2. Review with the student the orders written by the intern and the reasons for those orders. 3. Supervise directly "bedside" lab procedures (blood gas, cultures, etc.) performed by the student. 4. Keep the clinical clerk fully informed of all developments in that clerk's cases. 5. Review with the clerk on their progress notes written and countersign these notes.


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RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLERK

To be punctual to all rounds and lectures and other teaching opportunities;

Perform a history and physical examination on new admissions assigned by the seniors;

Assist the seniors in simple procedures and become familiar with these procedures;

Present patients at Work and Attending Rounds. To have read thoroughly on these patients prior to presentation;

Submit write-ups for patients using the format requested by the specialty to the coordinator for formal evaluation;

Be up to date and familiar with the patients’ pertinent development and write daily progress notes. Progress notes must be discussed with and countersigned by the assigned consultant/specialist, resident, registrar or intern;

Accompany patients to special procedures and participate in discussions with seniors whenever possible;

Read daily for conferences, assigned topics or presentations and especially patients’ medical problems;

Attend all assigned conferences given by the Department, including Medical Grand Rounds, staff lectures, as well as specific conferences for clerks.


PROPOSED TIMETABLE FOR THE SEMESTER SYSTEM

SEMESTER 1

TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

08.00-09.00 Anatomy Anatomy Anatomy Anatomy Anatomy

09.00-10.00 Anatomy Anatomy Anatomy Anatomy

Forensic Medicine &

Medical Ethics

10.00-10.30 T E A B R E A K

10.30-11.30 Biochemistry Biochemistry Biochemistry Biochemistry Anatomy

11.30-12.30 Biochemistry Biochemistry Biochemistry Biochemistry Anatomy

12.30-02.00 L U N C H B R E A K

02.00-03.00 Anatomy Anatomy FREE

Forensic Medicine &

Medical Ethics

Biochemistry

03.00-04.00 Anatomy Anatomy FREE Anatomy Biochemistry

04.00-05.00 Anatomy - FREE Anatomy -


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SEMESTER 2


08.00-09.00 Physiology Physiology Physiology Physiology Physiology

09.00-10.00 Physiology Physiology Physiology Physiology Physiology

10.00-10.30 T E A B R E A K

10.30-11.30 DS 100 Behavioural

Sciences Behavioural

Sciences Physiology (Practical)

Behavioural Sciences

11.30-12.30 DS 100 Behavioural


Sciences Physiology (Practical)

Forensic Medicine &

Medical Ethics

12.30-02.00 L U N C H B R E A K

02.00-03.00 Behavioural

Sciences DS 100 FREE


DS 100

03.00-04.00 Behavioural


Sciences FREE


DS 100

04.00-05.00 - Behavioural

Sciences FREE - -


SEMESTER 3


08.00-08.50 PE 200 PE 200 MM 200 PE 200

Practical PH 200

09.00-09.50 - PE 200 PE 200 PE 200

Practical

Forensic Medicine &

Medical Ethics

10.00-10.30 T E A B R E A K

10.30-11.20 PE 200

Practical MM 200 PH 200

MM 200 Practical

DS 200

11.30-12.30 PE 200

Practical MM 200 PH 200

MM 200 Practical

DS 200

12.30-02.00 L U N C H B R E A K

02.00-03.00 DS 200 MM 200 FREE MM 200 CM 200

03.00-04.00 DS 200 MM 200 Practical

FREE MM 200 CM 200

04.00-05.00 DS 200 MM 200 Practical

FREE MM 200 -


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SEMESTER 4


08.00-09.00 MP 200 MP 200 MP 200 PS 200 EB 200

09.00-10.00

MP 200 MP 200 MP 200 PS 200

Forensic Medicine &

Medical Ethics

10.00-10.30 T E A B R E A K

10.30-11.30

ER 200 MP 200 ER 200 MP 200 MP 200 Practical

11.30-12.30

ER 200 MP 200 ER 200 - MP 200 Practical

12.30-02.00 L U N C H B R E A K

02.00-03.00

EF 200 EF 200 FREE MP 200 Practical

CM 200

03.00-04.00


CM 200

04.00-05.00


CM 200


SEMESTER 5


08.00-09.00 Pharmacology Management of Disease

FACULTY SYMPOSIA

Pharmacology Pharmacology


Pharmacology Pharmacology ENT

10.00-10.30 T E A B R E A K


Pharmacology Orthopaedics

and Neurosurgery

Management of Disease


Pharmacology Orthopaedics

and Neurosurgery


12.30-02.00 L U N C H B R E A K

02.00-03.00

Forensic Medicine &

Medical Ethics

Management of Disease FREE


Management Disease

03.00-04.00 Management of Disease


FREE Management

of Disease Management

of Disease

04.00-05.00 Management of Disease


FREE Management

of Disease Management

of Disease


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SEMESTER 6


08.00-09.00 Mental

Disorders Anaesthesiology

FACULTY SYMPOSIA

Mental Disorders

Anaesthesiology

09.00-10.00 Diseases of

the Eye Paediatrics and Child Health

Mental diseases Community

Health Anaesthesiolog

y

10.00-10.30 T E A B R E A K

10.30-11.30 Radiology Diseases of

the Eye

Obstetrics and Gynaecological

Disorders

Paediatrics and Child Health

Radiology

11.30-12.30 Radiology Diseases of

the Eye

Obstetrics and Gynaecological

Disorders

Paediatrics and Child Health

Radiology

12.30-02.00 L U N C H B R E A K

02.00-03.00 Communicable

Diseases Control

Communicable Diseases Control

FREE Obstetrics and Gynaecologica

l Disorders

Community Health


Diseases Control


FREE Obstetrics and Gynaecologica

l Disorders



Diseases Control


FREE Medical Ethics Communicable

Diseases Control


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THE INSTITUTE OF ALLIED SCIENCES DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Summary of the Curriculum for Diploma Programmes

DIPLOMA IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

Code Subject Theory Practical Total Hrs Units Hrs Units Hrs Units

Semester 1 PT 107-108 Pharmaceutics Theory – I 75 6.0 - - 75 5.0 PT 100-101 Hygiene 75 5.0 - - 75 5.0 PT 102-104 Inorganic Chemistry 97.5 6.5 -- - 97.5 6.5 PT 105-106 Pharmaceutical Calculation – I 90 6.0 - - 90 6.0

Total 337.5 22.5 - - 337.5 22.5 Semester 2 PT 109-110 Anatomy & Physiology 120 8.0 - - 120 8.0 PT 111-112 Pharmaceutics Microbiology 90 6.0 - - 90 6.0 PT 113-114 Pharmaceutical Calculation –II 45 3.0 - - 45 3.0 PT 115-116 Pharmaceutics Theory – II 75 5.0 - - 75 3.0 PP100-102 Pharmaceutical Practical – I - - 180 4.0 180 4.0

Total 330 22.0 180 4.0 510 26.0 Semester 3 PT 200-201 Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry 105 7.0 - - 105 7.0

PT 202-203 Drugs & Medical Supplies Management 60 4.0 - - 60 4.0

PT 204-205 Pharmacology I 60 4.0 - - 60 4.0 PT 206-208 Pharmaceutical Calculation(III) 105 7.0 - - 105 7.0 PT 209-210 Pharmaceutics Theory (III) 75 5.0 - - 75 5.0 PP 200 Pharmaceutical Practical (II) - - 90 2.0 495 29.0

Total 405 27.0 90 2.0 49.5 29.0 Semester 4 PT 211-213 Pharmacognosy 105 7.0 - - 105 7.0 PT 214 Forensic Pharmacy I 15 1.0 - - 15 1.0

PT215-216 Drugs & Medical Supplies Management (II) 52.5 3.5 - - 52.5 3.5

PT 217-218 Pharmacology (II) 60 4.0 - - 60 4.0 PT 219-220 Pharmaceutics Theory (IV) 75 5.0 - - 75 5.0 PP 202 Pharmaceutical Practical (III) - 2.0 90 2.0 90 2.0

Total 292.5 26.0 90 2.0 397 28.0 Semester 5 PT 300 Introduction to entrepreneurship 15 1.0 - - 15 1.0 PT 301-302 Pharmacology IIII 30 2.0 - - 30 2.0 PT 305-304 Pharmaceutics Theory V 45 3 - - 45 3.0 PT 305 Forensic Pharmacy II 22.5 1.5 - - 22.5 2.5 PP 300 Pharmaceutics Practical IV - - 67.5 1.5 67.5 1.5 PP 303 Field Project - - 315 7.0 315 7.0

Total 1125 8.5 382.5 8.5 495 17.0


ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES FOR NTA LEVEL 4 The minimum entry qualification of the candidate shall be Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with minimum of D passes in four (4) subject including Chemistry and Biology. Mathematics and English will be an added advantage.

FOR NTA LEVEL 5

A. Direct Entry Requirements The entry qualification for this programme shall be holders of Secondary Education Certificate (CSEE) with four passes (D) including three passes in sciences subjects (i.e. Physics/Engineering Sciences, Chemistry and Biology) B. Equivalent entry qualifications Pharmaceutical dispenser (holder of NTA L4 certificate), with at least two years of working experience, who has passed selection examination recognized by NACTE.

Mode of Application Applicants should apply through the central admission system of the National Council for Technical Education at the www.nacte.go.tz.

Selection Procedure Selection will be done by NACTE and successfully applicants shall obtain joining instructions from respective training institutions.

PROGRAMME DURATION

The NTA Level 4 programme has a total of 40 weeks of study divided in two semesters. Twenty three (23) weeks are set aside for theoretical training and seventeen (17) weeks are designated for pharmacy practice.

For NTA Level 5 programme has a total of 40 weeks of study divided in two semesters. Twenty two (22) weeks are set aside for theoretical training and eighteen (18) weeks are designated for pharmacy practice.

The NTA Level 6 programme has a total of 40 weeks of study divided in two semesters. Twenty four (24) weeks are set aside for theoretical training and sixteen (16) weeks are designated for pharmacy practice.

This level is meant to provide basic pharmaceutical sciences knowledge, skills and appropriate attitudes to students. All modules are fundamental and are intended to build students’ knowledge and skills necessary for acquiring competences appropriate for modern practice of pharmacy; instill motivation for life-long learning and good foundation for progress studies in pharmacy profession.

ASSESSMENT Assessment is an integral part of the learning process and must support and complement the learning strategies in order to achieve the required outcomes. Assessment in particular, must reflect the required progression and be sensitive to the range of key skills developed.


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Principles of Assessment i. Assessment will reflect aims and objectives of the overall scheme and learning outcomes of the

module. ii. Assessment will be designed to assist students’ learning, particularly, their development as self-

directed learners and the acquisition of key skills. iii. Assessment will be varied to facilitate motivation and recognition of the need to adopt approaches

which enable students to demonstrate and fulfill learning objectives. iv. Assessment will reflect progression through studying year, with increasingly more complex methods

being associated with higher order skills.

Assessment Methods The following assessment methods will be used: Assignments The object of assignments is to reinforce the learning process by involving the students in finding solution to a given question or problem which require decision- making. They include tasks given to students apart from written tests and examinations or projects, so as to enhance self- development. Individual or group assignments will be in form of written work and/or practical exercises. For each module appropriate assessment methods and instruments will be indicated. Facilitators will administer not less than two assignments for a given module in a semester. Competence Tests The intention of competence tests is to measure the practical capability of learners through actual doing of a particular task or skill. This will be conducted in actual or simulated environment. Class Room Knowledge Tests The intention of classroom tests is to measure theoretical and practical performance of students through evaluation of written work and actual doing respectively. There will be a minimum of two written classroom tests in each semester under supervision of qualified tutor (s). Duration of each test will be not less than two (2) hours. End of Module Examination This examination shall be conducted for duration of three (3) hours under supervision of qualified tutor (s). Management of Assessment The mode of conduct and administration of assessment shall be that approved by NACTE. MINIMUM CREDIT REQUIREMENT

NTA LEVEL: 4 This Programme has 13 modules, which are assigned 120 credits. NTA LEVEL: 5 This Programme has 11 modules, which are assigned 120 credits. NTA LEVEL: 6 This Programme has 12 modules, which are assigned 120 credits.


MODULE CODING The system of coding has adopted a combination of letters and numbers, which have a specific meaning. For example the following modules offered in the first semester by the department of Pharmaceutical Sciences may be coded respectively as PST 04101 where: PST 04101: refers to Dispensing module.

PS Represents the first two letters of the department “Pharmaceutical Sciences”. T Represent the qualification at the respective level “Technician”. 04 Represents the respective NTA Level. 1 Indicates the semester in which the module is conducted 01 Represents the serial number to which a particular module is assigned in the department (in this

case 1st Module). GRADING SYSTEM Marks will be awarded out of 100 per cent. The marks so obtained from different assessment Components will be graded as follows:

S/N SCORE RANGE GRADE DEFINITION 1 80 – 100 A Excellent 2 65 – 79 B Good 3 50 – 64 C Average 4 40 – 49 D Poor 5 0 – 39 F Failure 6 – I Incomplete 7 0 Q Disqualification

CLASSIFICATION OF AWARD Grades for the different score ranges are assigned points as follows:

A – 4 B – 3 C – 2 D – 1 F – 0

The Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be computed from credits and grade weights and classified as shown below:

CLASS OF AWARD CUMMULATIVE GPA S/N CLASS OF AWARD CUMMULATIVE GPA

1 First class 3.5 – 4.0 2 Second class 3.0 – 3.4 3 Pass 2.0 – 2.9

An award shall be given to a student who satisfies the following conditions: She/he must have successfully completed all modules for which the award is to be made; and she/he has achieved the minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to pass.


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Computation of Cumulative GPA i. A cumulative grade point average (Cum GPA) for each candidate shall be computed by dividing the

total number of grade points earned for all modules by the total number for the award examined. SUM OF (PxN)

i. e. cumulative GPA = SUM OF N

Where P represents a grade point assigned to a letter grade scored by the students in a module and N represents the number of Credits associated with the module.

ii. The Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be computed and truncated so that it won’t provide a range of decimal point.

EXAMINATIONS REGULATIONS The General Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MoHCDGEC) Examination Regulations for Training Institutions on registration for examinations, board of examiners, preservation of scripts, procedures for appeals, examination offences and penalties, examination fees and Certification and awards shall remain as stipulated in the MoHCDGEC Examination Regulations. Eligibility for Examinations

i. A student must have been present for at least 90% of the classes to be allowed to sit for end of semester examinations.

ii. A student who fails to meet a minimum of 90% attendance in a particular semester with compelling reasons as determined by the participatory organs shall be allowed to repeat the semester otherwise he/she shall be discontinued from studies.

iii. No student shall be allowed to sit for the end of semester examinations unless his/her average continuous assessment in each module is 50% or higher.

iv. A student who fails to complete assignment(s) or research work in the scheduled time shall not be allowed to sit for the end of semester examinations.

v. Where a student who fails to fulfill the eligibility requirements stipulated, sits for the end of semester examinations, his/her examination results shall be null and void.

Conduct of Examinations End of semester examinations shall be conducted under the control and supervision of MoHCDGEC or any other body as the MoHCDGEC shall appoint. Guidance for Invigilators before the examination:

i. Invigilators shall personally collect from the head of the department sealed envelopes containing examination papers and any other materials prescribed in the rubrics at least thirty minutes before the examination.

ii. Invigilators shall be present in the examination room at least twenty minutes before commencement of the examination.

iii. Invigilators shall admit candidates into the examination room at least twenty minutes before commencement of the examination and ensure that candidates are seated in their right places.


During the examination: i. No candidate shall be allowed out of the examination room during the first thirty minutes of the

examination ii. No candidate shall be allowed to leave the examination room during the last thirty minutes.

iii. Invigilator shall allow five minutes for the candidates to read the examination paper and ensure they have the right paper with correct number of pages.

At the end of examination: i. Invigilator shall tell the candidates to stop attempting the examination and assemble their work/scripts

ii. Candidates shall hand in their scripts to the invigilator and sign an examination attendance form iii. No candidate shall be allowed to leave the examination room before their scripts are collected iv. No candidate shall be allowed to leave with any examination materials found in the examination room. v. Invigilators shall enter the total of scripts collected and sign in the examination attendance form

(Appendix 1) and submit the scripts and the examination attendance form to the head of the department.

Absence from Examinations i. A student who fails to appear for a scheduled examination with valid reason (s) shall be allowed to sit

for that particular examination when next scheduled. The student shall not be allowed to proceed to the next semester if the missed examination(s) is for a prerequisite module.

ii. When a candidate misses an examination without valid reason(s), as determined by participatory organs (i.e. academic committees/boards), the candidate shall be discontinued from the studies

Falling Sick Immediately Before or During Examination A candidate who falls sick immediately before or during the time of a scheduled examination and is medically unable to proceed (i.e. as certified by a medical officer) shall be allowed to postpone the examination until next scheduled. Any student, who is sick and nevertheless decides to take or proceed with an examination, does so at his/her own risk and must abide by the results of the examination. Reporting Late for Examinations

i. A candidate, who without valid reason(s), reports late for an examination (more than thirty minutes after commencement of examination) shall not be allowed into the examination room but will be allowed to sit for that particular examination when next scheduled. The candidate shall not be allowed to proceed to the next semester if the missed examination(s) is/are for pre-requisite module(s).

ii. A candidate, who for valid reason, reports late for an examination (more than thirty minutes after commencement of examination) and pleads in writing to take the examination may, subject to the discretion of the invigilator, be allowed to do the examination within the remaining time at his/her own risk. All cases of late arrivals for examinations shall be reported in writing by the invigilator to head of department.


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Students Progression and Disposal i. The semester shall be the basic academic audit unit. All modules offered during the semester shall be

assessed within that semester, at the end of each module external examiners or moderators shall be invited at the end of the semester. A student shall be allowed to proceed to the next semester if he/she passes end of module examinations in all modules prescribed in a semester.

ii. For every module there shall be at least two continuous assessment (CA) tests and regular assessment of competencies which shall constitute 60% of summative assessment. The end of module examination shall constitute another 40% of the summative assessment.

Supplementary Examination i. A candidate who fails one or more modules shall be allowed to sit for supplementary examination if

his/her GPA in that semester is not less than 1.8. ii. A candidate who fails one or more modules must sit for supplementary examinations when scheduled

before proceeding to the next semester. The student who passes a supplementary examination will be awarded a maximum of “C” grade regardless of his/her score (equivalent to 50% score). The passing of supplementary examination shall take into account the continuous assessment scores.

Repeating the Semester i. A candidate who fails to obtain an average of 50% in his/her continuous assessment shall repeat the

semester. ii. A candidate who fails supplementary examination(s) shall repeat the semester. A candidate who fails

a repeated semester shall be discontinued from studies. iii. A candidate who fails to meet a minimum of 90% attendance in a particular semester with acceptable

grounds as determined by the participatory organs shall repeat the semester. Discontinuation

i. A candidate who fails to meet a minimum of 90% attendance in a particular semester without acceptable grounds shall be discontinued from studies.

ii. When a candidate misses examination(s) without valid reason(s) shall be discontinued from the studies.

iii. A candidate who obtains a semester GPA of less than 1.8 shall be discontinued from studies. iv. A candidate who does not appear for supplementary examination(s) without compelling reason(s)

approved by participatory organs shall be discontinued from studies. v. A candidate found guilty of an examination irregularity shall be discontinued from studies.

vi. A candidate who has been disqualified from an examination following his/her walking out of the examination room in protest shall be discontinued from studies.

Examination Irregularities or Academic Dishonesty Examination irregularities shall include but not limited to:

i. A candidate found with unauthorized materials/information at any time during the examination process. Such unauthorized materials will include written pieces of papers, mobile/cellular phones or any other unauthorized materials.

ii. A candidate attempting to copy from another candidate’s work or permitting another candidate to do so.

iii. A candidate communicating with another candidate by giving or obtaining unauthorized assistance or attempting to do so.

iv. A candidate removing question papers, scripts or any other examination materials found in the examination room.


v. A candidate starting to attempt examination before being authorized to do so. vi. A candidate continuing to attempt the examination after being ordered to stop.

vii. A candidate refusing to obey a lawful order given by an invigilator. viii. A candidate destroying or attempting to destroy evidence of suspected irregularities.

ix. A candidate found to have committed plagiarism. x. A candidate behaving in such a manner as to disrupt the examination process

xi. An invigilator violating examinations regulations.

Procedure for Dealing with Examination Irregularities In case of alleged examinations irregularity:

i. The candidate shall be stopped by the invigilator from continuing with the examination and be required to sign an examination irregularity report (Appendix 2) and the materials pertinent to the incidence to confirm that they are his/hers. However, the candidate shall be allowed to sit for the remaining examinations.

ii. The invigilator shall counter sign and submit to the head of department the examination irregularity report together with the candidate’s examination script and all pertinent materials immediately after the end of examination for further transmission through appropriate participatory organs for action as stipulated in the examination offences and penalties of the MoHCDGEC Examination Regulations.

Instruction to Students i. Candidates shall be admitted into examination room twenty minutes before the examination starts.

ii. No candidate shall be permitted to enter the examination room 30 minutes after commencement of the examination.

iii. Candidates without examination numbers and identity cards shall not be allowed into the examination room.

iv. Candidates are responsible for consulting examinations time table for any changes. v. Candidates are not allowed to enter examination room with books, bags, purses, notes, rough papers,

mobile phones, or other such items. vi. When candidates are allowed to bring specified items in the examination room, no borrowing from

one another will be allowed during examination time, and the items allowed will be liable to inspection by the invigilator.

vii. Candidates shall follow the examination instructions. viii. Candidates shall write only their examination numbers on every page used. Candidates shall not write

their names anywhere in the script. ix. No candidate shall be allowed to leave the examination room during the last thirty minutes. x. At all times during the examination the candidate’s examination number/identity card shall be

conspicuously placed on the desk in front of the student by the student. xi. Smoking, beverages and food shall not be allowed into the examination room. Any special needs for

eating, drinking or medication shall be reported to the invigilator before start of the examination. xii. At the end of examination, and on the instruction of the invigilator, candidates shall be required to stop

writing, and organize their work. The candidate shall personally hand in his/her scripts to the invigilator and sign to that effect.

xiii. Candidates are allowed to bring pens, pencils and other materials explicitly prescribed by the department into the examination room.


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xiv. For a candidate wishing to answer a call of nature may, with permission of invigilator and under escort, leave the examination room for a period of time not exceeding five (5) minutes. Only one candidate at a time will be allowed to leave the examination room and will be monitored at all times.

xv. A candidate who walks out of the examination in protest shall be disqualified from that particular examination.

xvi. Candidates must understand that the ultimate responsibility for taking supplementary examination(s) at the correct time rests on him/her.

xvii. Invigilator(s) shall have the power to: Specify and change the sitting arrangement in the examination room Inspect candidates to make sure they are not in possession of unauthorized materials. Inspection

of candidates shall observe gender issues. Confiscate any unauthorized material and to remove from the examination room any candidate

found with such material. Remove from the examination room any candidate who disrupts the examination process

Release and publication of Examination Results The head of department may publish the examinations results provisionally subject to approval by the Tanganyika Medical and Training Board (TMTB) as recommended by the participatory organs.

Examination Components Contribution Due to the nature of pharmacy training, this programme is constituted by theory modules and practical modules. For each module there shall be at least two continuous assessment (CA) tests and regular assessment of competencies which shall constitute 40% of summative assessment. The end of module examination shall constitute another 60% of the summative assessment. Summary of contribution of components of assessment to final mark

Module Continuous Assessment Tests (%)

End of Semester Examination (%)

Grand Total (%)

Theory Modules 40 60 100

Practical Modules 40 60 100

Examination Appeals The appeals of candidates, who have not satisfied the examiners, should follow the process described in the training regulation of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.

TEACHING PERSONNEL NTA LEVEL 4: Tutors for modules in this programme should have at least an Ordinary Diploma

in relevant field and/or evidence of competency in respective module. NTA LEVEL 5: Tutors for modules in this programme should have at least an Ordinary Diploma in

relevant field and/or evidence of competency in respective module. NTA LEVEL 6: Tutors for modules in this programme should have at least an Ordinary Diploma in

relevant field and/or evidence of competency in respective module.


TRAINING REGULATIONS Reporting to the Training Institution Students selected for admission should report to the training institution not more than 15 days after commencement of the academic year. Programme Completion Requirements For a candidate to qualify for award of the qualification of this NTA Level must have attended classes by not less than 90% of the total programme sessions, submitted required assignments and reports and passed all modules and acquired a cumulative GPA of not less than 2.0 (i.e. equivalent to a “C” grade). Period of Absence A student who fails to meet a minimum of 90% attendance in a particular semester with compelling reasons as determined by the participatory organs shall be allowed to repeat the semester otherwise he/she shall be discontinued from studies. Conduct and Behaviour Students admitted into pharmacy training should portray acceptable character and behavior at all times.


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PROGRAMME MODULES

NTA LEVEL 4

Semester I Modules Code Module Title Scheme of Study (Hours per week) Credits /

Semester Theory Tutorials Practical Assignment PST 04101 Dispensing 2 - 1 1 8 PST 04102 Disease Control and

Prevention 4 - - 1 10

P ST04103 Human Anatomy and Physiology

4 1 - 1 12

PST 04104 Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms

2 - - 1 4

PST 04105 Pharmaceutical Calculations

4 1 - 1 11

PST 04106 Communication Skills

1 - - 1 4

PST 04107 Basic Computer Applications

1 - 2 1 6

SUB TOTAL 18 2 3 7 55

Semester II Modules

Code Module Title Scheme of Study (Hours per week) Credits / Semester Theory Tutorials Practical Assignment

PST 04208 Law and Ethics in Pharmacy Practice

2 - - 1 4

PST 04209 Compounding of Pharmaceutical Liquid Preparations

2 - 6 1 20

PST 04210 Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry

2 1 - 1 12

PST 04211 Basic Pharmacology 4 1 - 1 12 PST 04212 Medical Stores Keeping 4 1 2 1 12 SUB TOTAL 14 3 8 5 60 Code Title Dispensing

Drugs Store Industri

al Sterile Preparations

Credits / Semester

PST 04213 Pharmacy Practice 120 120 0 0 5


NTA LEVEL 5

Semester I Modules


PST05101 Medicines and Medical Supplies Management

4 - 1 1 12

PST05102 Law and Policies in Pharmacy Practice

2 - - 1 7

PST05103 Pharmaceutical Microbiology

4 1 - 1 12

PST05104 Pharmacology and Therapeutics

4 1 - 1 12

PST05105 Rational Use of Medicines 2 - - 1 4 PST05106 Pharmaceutical

Organic Chemistry 4 1 - 1 12

SUB-TOTAL 20 3 1 6 59 Semester II Modules


PST05207 Quality Assurance of Pharmaceutical Products

2 1 2 1 12

PST05208 Pharmaceutics Theory and Compounding

2 1 6 1 20

PST05209 Health Information Management

4 1 2 1 12

PST05210 Basic Pharmacognosy 4 1 - 1 12 TOTAL 12 4 10 4 56

Code Module Title

Scheme of Practice (Hrs per week over six weeks) Credits / Semester

Dispensing

Drug store industrial Non sterile preparation

PST05211 Pharmacy Practice

120 120 0 0 5


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NTA LEVEL 6

Semester I Modules


PST06101 Leadership and Management

4 1 - 1 12

PST06102 Counselling and Guidance Skills

2 1 - 1 8

PST06103 Pharmaceutical Production

5 1 4 1 20

PST06104 Health and Medicines Policy

2 - - 1 7

PST06105 Health Financing 4 1 - 1 12 PST06106 Basic Pharmacotherapy 6 PST06107 Basic Veterinary

Pharmacology 6

SUB-TOTAL 17 4 4 5 59 Semester II Modules


PST06208 Pharmaceutical Public Health

2 1 - 1 8

PST06209 Entrepreneurship 4 1 - 1 12

PST06210 Operational Research 8 1 - 5 24

PST06211 Monitoring and Evaluation of Medicines Use

4 1 - 1 12

TOTAL 18 4 - 8 56

Code Module Title

Scheme of Practice (Hrs per week over six weeks) Credits / Semester Dispensin

g Drug store industrial Non sterile

preparation

PST05211 Pharmacy Practice

120 120 0 0 5


DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES

Code Course name Lectures Practical Total Hrs Units Hrs Units Hrs Units Semester 1 LS 100-102 Anatomy (I) 99 6.6 - - 99 6.6 LS 106-109 Biochemistry (I) 96 4.6 - - 96 4.6 LS 114-115 Molecular biology 46 3.0 - - 46 3.3 LS 116 Basic Sciences 45 3.0 - - 45 3.0 LS 117-119 Communication skills 32 2.1 - - 32 2.1 LS 120-121 Introduction to Information Technology 22 1.5 36 0.8 56 2.1 Total 340 20.8 36 0.8 374 21.7 Semester 2 LS 103 Anatomy (II) 45 3.0 - - 45 3.0 LS 104-105 Human Physiology 114 7.6 - - 114 7.6 LS 110-112 Biochemistry (II) 96 6.4 - - 96 6.4 LS 116-126 Introduction to Health Laboratory Sciences 72 4.8 - 0.2 72 4.8 Total 327 21.8 - 0.2 327 21.8 Semester 3 LS 200-201 Blood Transfusion I 47 3.2 32 0.7 79 3.8 LS 206-209 Clinical Chemistry I 72 4.8 10 0.2 82 5.0 LS 214-217 Haematology I 54 3.6 28 0.6 82 4.2 LS 221-224 Health System Research 32 2.1 - - 32 2.1 LS 225-226 Histopathology/Morbid Anatomy I 54 3.6 14 0.3 68 0.9 LS 229-232 Microbiology/Immunology I 65 4.3 24 0.5 72 4.8 LS 237-238 Parasitology I 54 3.6 18 0.4 72 4.0 LP 241 Practical I - - 180 4.0 180 4.0 Total 378 25.1 306 6.7 684 31.8

Semester 4 LS 202-205 Blood Transfusion II 52 3.4 24 0.5 96 3.9 LS 210-213 Clinical Chemistry II 45 3.0 15 0.3 60 3.3 LS 218-220 Haematology II 56 3.7 19 0.4 75 4.1 LS 227-228 Histopathology/Morbid Anatomy II 42 2.8 18 0.4 60 3.1 LS 233-236 Microbiology II 56 3.7 15 0.3 71 4.0 LS 239-240 Parasitology II 61 4.0 19 0.4 80 4.4 LP 242 Practical II - - 54 1.2 54 1.2 Total 312 20.6 164 3.5 453 24.1


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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS IN MEDICAL LABORATORY a) Certificate

A candidate who intends to exit at NTA level 5 -must have a Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with minimum passes of “D” in the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematic and English.

b) Diploma i. A candidate who intends to exit at NTA level 6 must have a Certificate of Secondary Education

Examination (CSEE) with minimum passes of ‘C’ credits in Biology and Chemistry, and a ‘D’ passes in Physics, Mathematic and English.

ii. In-service: - Technician certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent with working experience as Assistant Technologist for at least two years - A holder of Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate trained through Knowledge based Curriculum and successful passed bridging programme (NTA Level 5 Semester I Modules).

Mode of Application a. All applicants will submit their application as directed by MoHSW and NACTE. b. Prospective students who meet the entry requirements shall be given joining instructions by the school.

Selection Procedure a. NACTE in collaboration with MoHSW and Non-Governmental Health Training Institutions will select

candidates who will meet not less than the minimum entry requirements.

Semester 5 LS 300-302 Clinical Chemistry III 60 4.0 19 0.4 79 4.4 LS 306-307 Haematology III 64 4.2 14 0.3 78 4.5 LS 312-315 Health Lab. Management 31 2.0 - - 31 2.0 LS 316-317 Histopathology/Morbid Anatomy III 56 3.7 14 0.3 70 4.0 LS 320-321 Medical Entomology I 37 2.4 9 0.2 46 2.6 LS 324-325 Microbiology III 54 3.6 10 0.2 64 3.8 LP 332 Practicals III - - 66 1.4 66 1.4 LP 332 Field Practice - - 320 7.1 320 7.1 Total 302 19.9 452 10.0 754 29.9 Semester 6 LS 303-305 Clinical Chemistry IV 50 3.3 14 0.3 54 3.6 LS 308-309 Haematology IV 56 3.7 14 0.3 60 4.0 LS 328-330 Health and Management 31 2.0 - - 31 2.0 LS 318-319 Histopathology/Morbid Anatomy IV 70 4.6 19 0.4 89 5.0 LS 322-323 Medical Entomology II 37 2.4 10 0.2 47 2.6 LS 326-327 Microbiology/Immunology IV 43 2.8 10 0.2 47 3.0 LP 333 Practical IV - - 67 1.4 67 1.4

Total 287 18.8 134 2.9 395 21.7


PROGRAMME DURATION The NTA Level 4 programme has a total of 44 calendar weeks of study, which are divided in two

semesters. Each semester consists twenty two (22) weeks. Twenty (20) weeks set aside for theoretical and practical training and two (2) weeks for end of semester Examinations.

The NTA Level 5 programme has a total of forty four (44) calendar weeks of study; each semester consists of twenty two (22) calendar weeks. In semester one, Twenty (20) weeks set aside for theoretical and practical training and two (2) weeks for end of semester Examinations. Semester two, sixteen (16) weeks set aside for theoretical and practical training, two (2) weeks for end of semester examinations and four (4) weeks for field attachment.

The NTA Level 6 programme has a total of 48 calendar weeks of study, which are divided in two semesters. Semester one consists of a total of twenty (20) calendar weeks. Eighteen (18) calendar weeks set aside for theoretical and practical training and two (2) weeks for end of semester Examinations. Semester Two consists of a total of twenty eight (28) calendar weeks. twenty (20) calendar weeks set aside for theoretical/ practical training, six (6) calendar weeks for field attachment and two (2) weeks for end of semester Examinations.

ASSESSMENT Assessment is an integral part of the learning process and assessment must support and complete the learning strategies in order to achieve the required outcomes. Assessment in particular, must reflect the required progression and be sensitive to the range of key skills developed. Principles of Assessment

a. Assessment will reflect the aims and objectives of the overall scheme, the route way and the learning outcomes of the module.

b. Assessment will be designed to assist student learning, in particular their development as self-directed learners and the acquisition of key skills.

c. Assessment will be varied, to facilitate motivation and in recognition of the need to adopt approaches, which enable students to demonstrate that, they have fulfilled learning objectives.

d. Assessment will reflect progression through studying year, with increasingly more complex methods being associated with higher order skills.

Assessment Methods The following assessment methods will be used: Assignments

a. The objective of assignments is to reinforce the learning process by involving the participation of the students in finding the solution to a given question or problem which require decision- making. They include tasks given to student apart from written tests and examination or projects, so as to enhance self- development.

b. Assignments may be administered in a form of written work and practical exercises that are done individually or in a group.

c. For each module appropriate assessment methods and instruments will be indicated. Facilitators will decide on a convenient number of assignments for a given module in a semester. However, the minimum number of assignment shall not be less than two for each component of continuous assessment (Theory and practical).

d. Group assignment(s) shall contribute only 40% of marks allocated in assignment.


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Competence Tests/Examinations The intention of competence tests/examinations is to measure the practical capability of learners through actual doing of a particular task or skill. There will be a minimum of two (2) practical tests/Examinations during the semester, which will be supervised by the institute tutor(s) for duration of two (2) to three (3) hours. Class Room Knowledge Tests/Examinations

a. The intention of classroom knowledge tests/examinations is to measure the theoretical ability of students and evaluate performance in written work.

b. There will be a minimum of two (2) written classroom knowledge tests/examinations during the semester, which will be supervised by the institute tutor(s) for duration of two (2) to three (3) hours.

End of Semester Examination Theory and practical examination shall be conducted for duration of two (2) to three (3) hours. It will be done at the end of the semester under supervision of external examiner and institute official supervisors. Project Works NTA LEVEL 6: Before the end of the Semester II, students will be required to develop an action plan for an intervention in their specific situation. The student has to identify potential topic(s) which can be used during field work attachment to explore and plan for intervention. Management of Assessment The mode of conduct and administration of assessment shall be those approved by NACTE as stipulated in this curriculum. Practical Training

Practical Procedure book Each student shall be given a practical procedure book by institution at the beginning of each academic year. The practical procedure book and oral defence shall be a prerequisite for student to be allowed to sit for the end of semester examination

a. Practical Procedure Books (PPB) shall be assessed institutionally and verified by external examiners. b. Oral defence will be conducted institutionally in the presence of not less than two tutors. Assessment

shall be conducted by using standardized format available in the assessment plan and assessment results shall be verified by external/moderator examiners.

c. The oral questions shall address all modules in the particular semester The assessment method shall be as follow:-

Completeness of procedures as stipulated in PPB score 80 Oral defence score 20 Total 100

For the student to qualify to sit for end of semester examination shall score at least 80% as aggregate of scores, obtained from Completeness of procedures as stipulated in PPB and Oral defence. A student shall achieve a minimum of 80% Completeness of PPB before allowed to sit for End of semester Examinations.


Field Practical Training (FPT) It will take place in the second semester of this programme. After completion of all semester II Modules, students shall be attached to District Laboratory (Level I or Group B2) or higher. The Field attachment shall aim at exposing the learner to real working environment with many challenging situations. Field attachment shall be 28 days. The format for writing field report shall adhere to the standard set by the MoHSW and NACTE and will be available on the field attachment The field practical training deliverables and PPB shall be a prerequisite for student to be allowed to sit for the end of Semester II examination and assessed institutionally by using standardized format available in the assessment plan and assessment results shall be verified by external examiners before commencing of end of semester II examination. Oral questions

The student shall be asked question from tasks undertaken during field attachment Each question shall have answer guide which will be used to assess student. The answer guide used to assess student shall be available during verification process by external

examiners. Integrated assessment method shall contribute as follows:-

a. PPB 50% b. Field Work 50%

o Report 20% o Attachment log book 20% o Oral defense 10%

Minimum overall pass marks for PPB shall be 80%. MINIMUM CREDIT REQUIREMENT

NTA LEVEL 4: This Programme has twelve (12) modules, which are assigned 120 credits. NTA LEVEL 5: This Programme has ten (10) modules, which are assigned 120 credits. NTA LEVEL 6: This Programme has 12 modules, which are assigned 120 credits.

MODULE CODING The system of coding has adopted a combination of letters and numbers, which have a specific Meaning. For example the following module offered in the first semester by the department of Medical laboratory science may be coded respectively as MLT 04101, this implies that;

ML Represents the first two letters of the department “Medical Laboratory”. T Represent the qualification at the respective level “Technician”. 04 Represents the respective NTA Level. 1 Indicates the semester in which the module is conducted 01 Represent the serial number to which a particular module is assigned in the department (1st

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GRADING SYSTEM Marks will be awarded out of 100 per cent. The marks so obtained from different assessment components will be graded as follows:

S/N SCORE RANGE GRADE DEFINITION 1 80 – 100 A Excellent 2 65 – 79 B Good 3 50 – 64 C Average 4 40 – 49 D Poor 5 0 – 39 F Failure 6 – I Incomplete 7 0 Q Disqualification

The marks awarded after supplementary shall be recalculated in the final GPA and the final grade shall be indicated in the bracket () as indicated in the table below:

S/N SCORE RANGE GRADE DEFINITION 1 80 – 100 (A) Excellent 2 65 – 79 (B) Good 3 50 – 64 (C) Average

CLASSIFICATION OF AWARD Grades for the different score ranges are assigned points as follows:

A – 4 B – 3 C – 2 D – 1 F – 0

The Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be computed from credits and grade weights and classified as shown below:

CLASS OF AWARD CUMMULATIVE GPA First class 3.5 – 4.0

Second class 3.0 – 3.4 Pass 2.0 – 2.9

An award shall be given to a student who satisfies the following conditions: a) She/he must have successfully completed all modules for which the award is to be made; and b) She/he has achieved the minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to pass.


Computation of Semester and Cumulative GPA GPA shall be computed from grades achieved by students in each semester by combining results of CA and ES examinations. Divide the total of number of grade points earned by the student for that module times credits assigned to the module by the total number of credits for module examined. For example

A. Semester GPA for each candidate is calculated as follows: Sum (P x N)

Semester GPA = Sum of N

P - Grade point assigned to a letter grade scored by the student in a module N – Number of credits associated with the module in a semester

B. A cumulative grade point average (Cum GPA) for each candidate shall be computed by dividing the total number of grade points earned for all modules by the total number of credit for the award examined.

Sum of (P1 x N1) + (P2xN2) I.e. Cumulative GPA =

Sum of N1+ N2 Where;

P- Represents a grade point assigned to a letter grade scored by the students in a module P1 for semester 1 and P2 for semester 2) and N- Represents the number of Credits associated with the module (N1 and N2) number of credits for semester 1 and 2 respectively. The Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be computed and truncated to one decimal point.

EXAMINATIONS REGULATIONS The management of assessment and its mode of conduct for each medical laboratory science training institution shall be those approved by the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and NACTE.

Eligibility to Sit for End of Semester Examination The following are the conditions which must be fulfilled for a candidate to be allowed to sit for end of semester examinations:

a. A candidate must have a minimum of 90% attendance of taught and practical class hours. b. Each module taught in a semester will be examined separately at the end of semester. c. A candidate will be eligible for the end of semester examination if she/he has successfully passed

continuous assessment components for each module. d. A candidate will be eligible for the end of semester examination if she/he has successfully performed

all fundamental procedures stipulated in the practical procedure book. The responsible training institution shall review students practical procedure book and verify before allowing the student to enter to the end of semester examination. The MoHSW through a team of examiners will validate the verified candidates’ practical procedure book before being allowed to sit for semester examination.

e. A student who fails to attain a minimum average score of 80% in practical procedure book shall not be allowed to sit for End of semester examination.


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f. A student who fails to attain average of 50% of each component of continuous assessment (Theory and practical) for any module shall not be allowed to sit for semester examination and he/she has to repeat the module.

Semester examination regulations a. A student will be deemed to have passed the end of semester examination if she/he achieves a

minimum of 50% marks in each examination paper; theory and practical of end of semester examination.

b. Any candidate who has a semester I GPA of 2.0 or above shall be allowed to continue to semester II. If has failed any module will be allowed to sit for supplementary examination. The supplementary examination of the failed module(s) must be done in four (4) weeks from the date of declaration of end of Semester Examination results. A candidate who fails a supplementary examination will be discontinued from the studies.

c. Any candidate who has a semester II GPA of 2.0 or above and has failed any module will be allowed to sit for supplementary examination of the failed module(s) after four weeks from the date of declaration of end of semester II Examination results. If fails again he/she will be suspended and allowed to repeat examination of the failed Module(s) after six (6) months. If fails again he/she will be discontinued from studies.

d. A candidate who required to sit for second supplementary examination should report to the institution for preparation at least two months before examination date, if not reported in time without genuine reasons approved by institution management will be discontinued from the studies.

e. A candidate who fails end of semester examination with GPA of less than 2.0 should be discontinued from studies.

f. A candidate who falls seriously sick just before or during end of semester examinations and proved by a doctor that he/she is unable to sit/continue will be allowed to sit for the examinations when next offered.

g. A candidate with evidence of genuine reasons raised just before or during end of semester examination should be allowed to sit for the end of semester examination when next offered.

h. Any candidate who will be caught with unauthorized materials in examination room will be expelled out after collection of all necessary evidence as stipulated in examination regulation guideline.

i. A candidate who is unable to attempt end of semester examination for any module for any reason, should present her/his case in writing in not less than two weeks before the date of end of semester / supplementary examination to the head of an institution for consideration. She/he will be allowed to attempt the examination when next offered.

j. A candidate must appear in a uniform, an identity card with a stamp size picture and should have examination number.

Examination Components Contribution Contribution of every component of the assessment to the final mark shall be as follows:

a) Continuous Assessment Theory (15%)

o Written Examination 10% o Assignment 5%

Practical (25%) o Practical Examination 20% o Practical Assignment 5%

Sub-Total 40%


b) End of Semester Examinations Theory 20% Practical 40% Sub-Total 60%

c) Grand Total 100%

Disposal of Candidates. a. Any student who interrupts the training at any time or is absent without any evidence of genuine reason

for a total of twenty one (21) days within a semester shall be discontinued from then studies. b. Any candidate who was caught with unauthorised materials in examination room shall be discontinued

from the studies. c. A student who fails end of semester examination with GPA of less than 2.0 shall be discontinued from

studies. d. A candidate who fails semester one (I) supplementary examination shall be discontinued from the

studies. e. A candidate who fails a second supplementary examination in semester two (II) shall be discontinued

from the studies. f. A candidate who failed a repeated module shall be discontinued from the studies. g. A candidate who fails to attain 50% of end of semester examination as an aggregate of theory and

practical for more than 50% of all modules in a semester shall be discontinued from studies.

The Award An award shall be given to a student who satisfies the following conditions:

a. She/he must have successfully completed all modules for which the award is to be made; and b. She/he has achieved the minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to pass.

Examination Appeals

a. The appeals of a candidate who is dissatisfied with the published results shall submit to the head of institution as prescribe in the Examination Regulation Guideline.

b. The head of institution and academic committee shall review the appeals and attach the report with other supporting document to the MoHSW for further processes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Title and Placement

a. Job Title : Health Laboratory Attendant b. Placement : Medical Laboratory class C (Dispensary and Health Centre)

Responsibilities Job Summary: To provide laboratory support to other members of the health care team that will help in the management of patients and provision of relevant epidemiological data for better surveillance of diseases


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Primary Professional Responsibilities a. Collection, registration, and processing of specimens for examination. b. Perform macro and microscopic examinations on clinical specimens (blood, urine, faeces etc) c. To dispatch lab results to the appropriate unit d. Prepare and store reagents required in the day to day use e. Carry out internal quality control and participate in external quality assessment f. Transport samples which cannot be processed to high levels g. Ensure high level of general laboratory safety, cleanliness and observe ethical code of professional

conduct.

TEACHING PERSONNEL For this curriculum to be implemented effectively a ratio of tutor to student during instructional hours

should be 1:16 and 1:5 during practical hours. Standard class room should accommodate not more than forty (40) students. Teachers/Tutors for this programme will be required to have a qualification of at least one level higher

than qualification offered by the programme.

Full time teachers/Tutors Qualifications:- a. BSc Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent; higher qualification and Teaching

methodology are added advantages. b. ADMLS and any other specialization in Medical Laboratory Sciences; Teaching methodology is an

added advantage. c. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences; Teaching methodology is an added advantage.

Part Time Teachers/Tutors Qualifications:-

a. Resource persons with specialty in relevant subjects; b. Mentors/Clinical Instructor/preceptors with such skills; c. Registered Laboratory personnel.

TRAINING REGULATIONS Entry

a. The student who has been selected to join the course of studies to school of Medical Laboratory Sciences should report within 14 days after the commencement of the study.

b. Before commencement of the studies, student should be oriented on the curriculum.

Discontinuation from Training due to Academic ground A student shall be discontinued from the studies based on the conditions as stated in section 12.4.

Period of Absence Any students who interrupts the training at any time or is absent for a continuous period of 21 days or more within a semester due to any compelling reason(s) with supportive evidence shall be allowed to repeat a semester.


Conduct and Behaviour a. Any student who is admitted in schools of Medical Laboratory Sciences should have good character

and behaviour. b. A candidate should abide to MoHSW Health Training Institution (HTI) regulations. c. Failure to abide to these regulations the disciplinary action should be taken as stated in Health Training

Institution (HTI) code of conduct. Tutors Before commencement of the programme, tutors should be oriented on the curriculum. Transfer of Student Transfer of student between Schools should be approved by MoHSW. Transfer of student (s) in Central Admission System (CAS) will be approved by NACTE.

PROGRAMME MODULES NTA LEVEL 4: Semester I Modules

Code Module Title Scheme of Study (Hours per week) Credits /Semester Theory Tutorials Practical Assignment

MLT04101 Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology

3 1 - 1 10

MLT04102 Basic Laboratory Instrumentation

3 - 4 1 14

MLT04103 Customer Care and Communication Skills

3 - - 1 8

MLT04104 Laboratory Ethics and Professionalism

2 - - 1 6

MLT04105 Laboratory Safety and Waste Management

2 1 1 1 10

MLT04106 Prevention and Control of Diseases Transmission

2 - 2 1 10

SUB-TOTAL 15 2 7 6 58

Working hours per week = 30 hours


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Semester II Modules

Code Module Title Scheme of Study (Hours per week) Credits /Semester Theory Theory Theory Theory

MLT04207 Systemic Human Anatomy and Physiology

3 - - 1 8

MLT04208 Basic Computer Skills and Information Management

1 3 - 1 10

MLT04209 Basic Laboratory Investigation

2 - 4 1 14

MLT04210 Basic Laboratory Specimen Management

2 - 2 1 10

MLT04211 Occurrence Management and Record Keeping

1 1 - 1 8

MLT04212 Preparation of Basic Laboratory Reagents and Solutions

2 - 3 1 12

TOTAL 11 1 12 6 62


NTA LEVEL 5: Semester I Modules

Module Code Title Scheme of Study Hours/Week Credits Lecture Tutorial Practical Assignment

MLT05101 Histological and Cytological Technique

1 1 2 1 10

MLT05102 Application of Computer skills and biostatistics in Health Laboratory

1 - 3 1 10

MLT05103 Quality Assessment of Laboratory Services

4 - - 1 10

MLT05104 Procurement of Laboratory Supplies.

3 - - 1 8

MLT05105 Maintenance & Calibration of Laboratory Equipment and Instruments

2 1 2 1 12

MLT05106 Laboratory Specimen Collection and Transportation

2 - 3 1 12

SUB TOTAL 13 -2 10 6 62



Semester II Modules

Module code Title Scheme of Study Hours/Week Credits Lecture Tutorial Practical Assignment

MLT05207 Haematology & Blood Transfusion

2 1 4 1 16

MLT05208 Microbiology and Immunology

2 1 3 1 14

MLT05209 Clinical Chemistry 2 1 3 1 14

MLT05210 Medical Parasitology 2 1 3 3 1 14 SUB TOTAL 8 4 13 4 58

Working hours per week = 30 hours NTA LEVEL 6: Semester I Modules

Module Code Title Scheme of Study Hours/Week Credits Lecture Tutorial Practical Assignment

MLT 06101 Management and Leadership

3 1 - 1 10.0

MLT 06102 Bio-safety and Biosecurity

3 1 - 1 10.0

MLT 06103 Public Health Promotion 3 1 - 1 10.0 MLT 06104 Health Economics and

Entrepreneurship 2 1 - 1 8.0

MLT 06105 Laboratory Ethics and Professional Code of Conduct

1 1 - 1 6.0

MLT 06106 Laboratory Information Management

1 - 2 1 8.0

MLT 06107 Laboratory Quality Assurance

2 1 - 1 8.0

Total 15 6 2 7 60.0



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Semester II Modules

Module code Title Scheme of Study Hours/Week Credits Lecture Tutorial Practical Assignment

MLT 06208 Diagnostic Pathology in Parasitology and Entomology

- 2 - 2 1 10.0

2 1 10.0

MLT 06209 Diagnostic Pathology in Microbiology and Immunology

2 1 3 1 14.0

MLT 06210 Diagnostic Pathology in Clinical Chemistry

2 1 2 1 12.0

MLT 06211 Diagnostic Pathology in Histology and Cytology

2 - 2 1 10.0

MLT 06212 Diagnostic Pathology in Haematology and Blood Transfusion

2 1 3 1 14.0

Total 10 3 12 5 60.0



CERTIFICATE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES

The main objective of this course is to train Health Laboratory Assistants who must be able to:

a. Make early, reliable and correct laboratory diagnosis at primary and peripheral levels that will determine suitable treatment for the patient, in order to minimize the cost of making wrong treatment.

b. Help the clinician to make early decisions whether to refer patients for further management at a higher level.

c. Improve the quality of health care by better surveillance and recognition of common disease epidemics or rare diseases in the community, by utilization of laboratory information and provision of relevant epidemiological data.

d. Give health education to the community on common diseases.

e. Ensure proper management of the peripheral laboratory and exercise preventative maintenance of the laboratory equipment.

f. Attend various health emergency e.g. Cholera epidemics, etc

Admission Requirements:

a) Direct Entry Requirements

A candidate must have a Certificate of Secondary Education (O-Level) or equivalent with at least 2 “D” passes in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics OR

b) Equivalent Entry Requirements Form IV leavers who have attended one year course in the medical sciences but subject to passing an Entrance Examination.

Duration of the Certificate Programme:

The certificate programme is scheduled to run under a semester system in which there are 18 teaching weeks plus 2 examinations weeks in each semester. The Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences is designed to run for two (2) years.

Structure of the programme and indicative training modules:

CODE COURSE TITLE UNITS First year (Semester I) RCM 100 Anatomy and Physiology 6 RCM 101 Biochemistry 4 RCM 102 Laboratory Safety and First Aid 6 RCM 103 Laboratory Instrumentation 4 RCM 104 Microscopy 6 RCM 105 Specimen Collection 4 First Year (Semester II) RCM 106 Parasitology – Theory 6


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RCM107 Parasitology – Practical 3 RCM 108 Microbiology/Immunology -Theory 1 6 RCM 109 Microbiology/Immunology - Practical 1 3 RCM 110 Haematology – Theory 1 6 RCM 111 Haematology- Practical 1 3 RCM 112 Clinical Chemistry- Theory 1 6 RCM 113 Clinical Chemistry- Practical 1 3 RCM 114 Blood Transfusion- Theory 1 3 RCM 115 Blood Transfusion- Practical 1 3 RCM 116 Histopathology 3 Second year (Semester III) RCM 200 Entomology- Theory 5 RCM 201 Entomology- Practical 2.5 RCM 202 Microbiology/Immunology- Theory 5 RCM 203 Microbiology/ Immunology- Practical 2 2.5 RCM 204 Haematology – Theory 2 5 RCM 205 Haematology- Practical 2 2.5 RCM 206 Clinical Chemistry- Theory 2 5

RCM 207 Clinical Chemistry- Practical 2 2.5 RCM 208 Blood Transfusion Theories 2 2.5 RCM 209 Blood Transfusion- Practical 2 2.5 RCM 210 Quality assurance 2.5 Second Year (Semester IV) RCM 211 Field Work 10 RCM 212 Laboratory Management and Administration 4 RCM 213 Communication Skills/Counselling 4 RCM 214 Primary Health Care Concepts 4 RCM 215 Clinical Laboratory Practice 10 RCM 216 Laboratory Ethics 4 RCM 217 Quality assurance in health care delivery 4 RCM 218 Blood transfusion/Haematology theory 7.5 RCM 219 Blood transfusion/Haematology practical 5.0 RCM 220 Clinical Chemistry/Histology Theory 2.5 RCM 221 Clinical chemistry/History Practical 2.5 RCM 222 Microbiology Immunology Theory 5.0 RCM 223 Microbiology Immunology Practical 2.5 RCM 224 Parasitological/Entomology Theory 5.0 RCM 225 Parasitological/Entomology Practical 2.5


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