pharm chem student handbook 2013-final.pdf

Handbook PC1/13 1 International Medical University

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

MALAYSIA

Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Student Information, Regulations & Code of Conduct

Intake PC1/13

Academic Session 2013/2016

[30September 2013]

Handbook PC1/13 International Medical University

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ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK

Welcome to the University and to the School of Pharmacy. This Handbook provides you with essential information about the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry course - its philosophy, curriculum, objectives and regulations. The Handbook also contains information about the University facilities, student resources and support. You are strongly urged to read it through within your first week of enrolment, and to retain it for reference. Remember that as a university student, it is your responsibility to be aware of the information contained in this Handbook, particularly the Regulations applicable to the course of study you are undertaking. You should approach your Mentor if you wish to clarify anything or need further information.


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Contents Pages

1. Message from The Dean, School of Pharmacy

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2. Message from Programme Coordinator BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry

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3. IMU Vision

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4. The School of Pharmacy

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5. Introduction to the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry Programme

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6. Mentor-Mentee System

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7. General Information

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8. Policy on Payment of Fees

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9. Academic and Other Facilities

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10. The 8 IMU Outcomes and IMU Learning Model

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11. Examination Regulations for IMU Bachelor of Science (Honours) Pharmaceutical Chemistry

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12. Code of Conduct

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13. Appendix A to K

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14. Plagiarism

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15. Principal Officers

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16. Faculty

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17. Staff in General Administration

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18. Appendix 1: An excerpt from The Good Study Guide

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MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN, SCHOOL OF PHARMACY Dear Student Welcome to you all!! You are the sixth intake of students to enroll in our Bachelor of Science (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry Programme. Congratulations on being selected! Today you begin a journey towards your degree and a professional career. I hope that you will enjoy acquiring knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical science, not just as a means to this career, but for the sake of knowledge itself, because this is what being in University is all about. I hope that you will seize the many opportunities that present themselves for self-development and that you will contribute to the life of the University community, because it is YOUR community. The future of Pharmacy practitioners in Malaysia is dynamic. In the future, pharmacists will be taking on increasing responsibilities and be providing greater contributions to the delivery of healthcare. Think of yourself as a trainee pharmacist rather than as an undergraduate student, and you will begin to see the importance of your contribution to the growth and development of the profession. You are the future of your profession. Accept the challenge and take the opportunity over the next few years at IMU to prepare yourself for that responsibility. You may also be interested to know that we devoted more than a year to the design and construction of the curriculum of the Pharm Chem course. We sought to take a fresh look at every aspect, and to be as objective as possible. We started by defining the kind of graduate we wished to produce, the type of pharmacist that employers would like to recruit, the type of team-worker that healthcare professionals would like to have on the team, and most importantly, the needs of your future clients, patients and their careers. We considered the skills and attributes that enable the graduate to be successful in todays rapidly changing healthcare environment and job market. In weekly meetings we discussed the curriculum exhaustively, focusing constantly on how best to achieve the characteristics we wished to produce, considering what to include in the curriculum, and how best to structure and deliver it. The teaching and learning activities in the course have thus been designed to inculcate the core knowledge, skills and attributes that go to make up a competent, marketable professional, and we have introduced novel methods of assessment which will help you monitor your progress and help you develop self-direction. I wish you the very best of luck during your time at IMU and encourage you to enjoy your time at University! With best wishes Professor Michael Rathbone Dean, School of Pharmacy


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MESSAGE FROM PROGRAMME COORDINATOR Welcome to the International Medical University Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Your mission starts right here towards a bachelors degree that endows you with modern scientific know-how in drug design and development. However, the road ahead is not straight, but full of bends, potholes, hills, etc. Nevertheless, you need to manoeuvre steadily with perseverance and determination to overcome all the obstacles in order to reach your destination. I believe that your purpose, will, and enthusiasm in pursuing your study in IMU will stand the test of time, and soon you will be on the right path to secure a prestigious BSc (Hons) degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Over the next three years, you will be receiving a focused training on various aspects of pharmaceutical sciences and technologies that encompass pharmaceutical analysis, pharmaceutical biotechnology, pharmaceutical formulation, and pharmaceutical engineering. Teaching and learning activities that promote team work, communication skills, and life-long learning are strategically incorporated in the programme. The industrial training will ensure that you gain real-life work experience. In addition, the curriculum was also designed to impart the value of professionalism as well as a sense of social responsibility. All these arrangements will give you an extra dimension for your future career as a pharmaceutical chemist. As a student, you are strongly encouraged to take every opportunity to tap the expertise and skills of the lecturers while studying in IMU. Im optimistic that you will complete your study successfully and graduate with the degree, and will eventually contribute to the society using the knowledge and skills acquired through this course. If you expect good things to happen, they usually do! All the best in your studies Dr Srinivasan R Programme Coordinator for BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry


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IMU VISION IMU shall be an innovative global centre of excellence in learning and research, supporting a community of scholars and professionals committed to serving society, promoting the development of students to reach their true potential in becoming competent, ethical, caring and inquiring citizens; and visionary leaders. IMU is committed to academic freedom and the principles of equal opportunity in the pursuit and application of knowledge, the highest standards of intellectual, educational and research productivity; and the establishment of a learning organisation that respects the individual.


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THE SCHOOL OF PHARMACY The School of Pharmacy began its life in 1995 as a Section as a part of the Faculty of Medicine of the then International Medical College (IMC). In 1996 the Section started an undergraduate pharmacy programme in collaboration with the School of Pharmacy of the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow. The conferment of university status to IMC (in 1999) and the continuing growth and development of the Pharmacy Section resulted in it becoming a Division of Pharmacy within the School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and to offer its own honours BPharm course. The School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences grew over the following years to encompass health sciences courses including BSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry, BSc Nutrition and Dietetic, Bachelor of Medical Sciences, Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology and Bachelor of Nursing. In August 2012 the Division of Pharmacy was elevated to the status of a School of Pharmacy and the remaining health sciences courses of the School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences became incorporated into a new School of Health Sciences. The first intake of students was enrolled into the BPharm course in 2004. The intake at subsequent years has enrolled more than 400 students into BPharm course who made satisfactory progress throughout the course. To date, five cohorts of students have successful convocated from BPharm course. The first cohort of graduates has successfully convocated in May 2008 and is now practicing at ministry of health hospitals and institutions. Formal and informal feedback obtained from work supervisors, colleagues and graduates themselves so far indicates satisfactory standard of work performance, competency and knowledge among our graduates. The School of Pharmacy is an integral part of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and benefits from the extensive teaching and learning infrastructure developed since 1992 at two locations, Bukit Jalil and Seremban. These facilities include a full range of teaching-learning facilities, including Skills Centre, a Medical Museum, and Libraries with access to a range of online journal databases, multi-disciplinary teaching, research and e-learning laboratories, and an advanced computing and communications network. At the Bukit Jalil building a planned retail pharmacy, with integrated teaching facilities, will be part of the Universitys healthcare services which will include family medicine and dental clinics. Teaching and learning activity is supported by an Academic Services, and student welfare by a Student Services. The School of Pharmacy is organised into four Departments: Life Sciences; Pharmaceutical Technology; Pharmaceutical Chemistry; and Pharmacy Practice. The School of Pharmacy, now much larger than in 1995 includes staff with valuable overseas experience. Research is a growing activity and staff have won prestigious national research grants, including the Dr Ranjeet Bhagwan Singh Medical Research Grant, awarded by the Academy of Science Malaysia, MOSTI, MAKNA and MOH. Students should be proud of the School of Pharmacys achievements and feel privileged to be studying in such an accomplished University.


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INTRODUCTION TO THE BSC (HONS) PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY PROGRAMME DESIRED OUTCOMES WHAT THE PROGRAMME IS DESIGNED TO PRODUCE Graduate Attributes The graduate should be

1. knowledgeable. 2. scientific, numerate & possess relevant analytical and practical skills. 3. able to communicate clearly & effectively. 4. ethical. 5. enquiring and committed to life-long learning & professional

development. 6. an evidence-based practitioner.

Outcome Descriptors 1. Knowledge & Understanding The graduate possesses appropriately broad & deep knowledge &

understanding of chemical & pharmaceutical substances, including their molecular structure; their physical, chemical and biological properties; the principles that underpin their synthesis, identification & analysis; their safe handling, use and disposal, in accordance with

legislation.

2. Science; Numeracy, Analytical & Practical Skills The graduate has a sound grasp of scientific ethos & method. is numerate. is meticulous, precise & accurate. is able both to generate accurate and reliable data & to

accurately analyse these data. is familiar with reliable laboratory techniques & the operation of

modern analytical instruments. possesses sound skills for the performance of laboratory-based work

including syntheses, analyses and characterisation.

3. Communication Skills The graduate communicates effectively verbally and in writing. effectively conveys and presents ideas, concepts and information

in a clear, logical and concise manner.

4. Ethical Stance The graduate demonstrates

integrity and the ability to apply ethical principles to professional practice & decision-making, accepting responsibility for the outcomes of decisions.


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sound knowledge of relevant legislation and/or internationally accepted standards that apply to practice, such as principles of Good Laboratory Practice and Good Manufacturing Practice.

5. Life-long Learning and Professional Development The graduate

demonstrates awareness of current developments in chemical science;

appreciates the necessity of keeping abreast with knowledge & technology relevant to practice;

appreciates the necessity of maintaining and enhancing competence and problem-solving ability.

6. Evidence-based Practice

The graduate demonstrates the ability to search for, critically evaluate and apply scientific data and findings to practice, with the aim of enhancing professional services.


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THE CURRICULUM - WHAT YOU WILL STUDY

First Year Curriculum Short Semester (MQA Semester) Course Code Name of MQA Module Credit Units

HUM 1001 HUM 1002 HUM 1003 HUM 1004

MPU-U1* # A: Malaysian Students

U1 (Ethnic Relations) U1 (Islamic and Asian Civilization) B: International Students

U1 (Malaysian Studies) U1 (Malay Language Communication 3)

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OR 3 3

HUM MPU-U3 Work-Life Balance in Global and Malaysian Perspective

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Total 8 Semester 1 Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2111 Basic Mathematics 2 BCH2112 Biological Science 3 BCH2113 Communication Skills 2 BCH2114 General Chemistry 4 BCH2115 Human Biology 3 BCH2116 Genetics 2 BCH2117 Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I 2 BCH2118 Statistics 1 HUM 1006 MPU-U2 (English)* 2 Total 21

* Compulsory Module. # For MPU-U1 subjects, Malaysian students are required to take Ethnic Relations (3 credits) and Islamic/Asian

Civilization (TITAS) (3 credits), whereas International students are required to take Malaysian studies (3 credits) and Malay Language Communication 3 (3 credits). In addition, Malaysian students who have not obtained a credit in their SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A.

Basic Major module; a student needs not pass this module to progress into the next semester, however, the student must normally pass it in order to graduate. The marks will not be counted towards the CGPA


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Semester 2 Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2121 Ethics in Science 1 BCH2122 General Pharmacology 2 BCH2123 Laboratory Safety 2 BCH2124 Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II 3 BCH2125 Pharmaceutics I 3 BCH2126 Physical Pharmacy 4 BCH2247 Physical Chemistry 4 Total 19

Second Year Curriculum Semester 3 Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2231 Drug Metabolism 1 BCH2232 General Microbiology 4 BCH2233 Introduction to Bioinformatics 2 BCH2234 Natural Products in Medicine 3 BCH2235 Pharmaceutical Analysis I 4 BCH2236 Pharmaceutics II 3 BCH2352 Environmental Chemistry 3 Total 20

Semester 4 Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2242 Industrial Microbiology 3 BCH2243 Inorganic Chemistry 4 BCH2244 Medicinal Chemistry 2 BCH2245 Pharmaceutical Analysis II 3 BCH2246 Pharmaceutics III 4 BCH2355 Pharmaceutical Engineering I 2 HUM1015 MPU-U4(Soft skills for higher education)* 2 Total 20

Basic Major module; a student needs not pass this module to progress into the next semester, however, the student must normally pass it in order to graduate. The marks will not be counted towards the CGPA


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* Compulsory Module.

Third Year Curriculum

Semester 5 Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2351 Advanced Medicinal Chemistry 2 BCH2353 Introduction to Business Management 2 BCH2354 Pharmaceutical Biotechnology I 2 BCH2356 Pharmaceutics IV 3 BCH2357 Polymer Chemistry 3 BCH2350 Pharmacognosy 2 BCH2358 Selective 2 BCH2359 Synthetic Organic Chemistry 3 Total 19

Semester 6 Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2361 Heterocyclic Chemistry 3 BCH2362 Pharmaceutical Analysis III 4 BCH2363 Pharmaceutical Biotechnology II 2 BCH2364 Pharmaceutical Engineering II 3 BCH2365 Pharmacokinetics 3 BCH2366 Project 2 BCH2368 Toxicology 2 Total 19

Short semester (Attachment) Course Code Name of Module Credit Units BCH2248 Industrial Training 4 Total 4

Basic Major module; a student needs not pass this module to progress into the next semester, however, the

student must normally pass it in order to graduate. The marks will not be counted towards the CGPA Elective Major module; a student needs not pass this module to progress into the next semester, however,

the student must normally pass it in order to graduate. The marks will not be counted towards the CGPA


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Taking Responsibility for Your Learning Learning at university is quite different from learning at school. The university student must accept responsibility for his own learning, and rely less and less on the teacher to determine what he should learn and how he should learn it. This is known as developing self-direction in learning, and in time you should gain the ability and confidence to find your way around a subject largely on your own, to reflect on and to assess your learning. You will find that the most successful students are those who develop this ability early in their studies. Self-direction also characterises the way professionals continue to learn and to develop. The programme is designed to encourage and progressively increase self-direction and reflective learning. Whilst the core material- what you should learn- is always clearly defined, you are free to go further in your quest for knowledge and understanding. The way you approach the subject is not always rigidly defined. More on this subject of independent or adult learning is found in the Appendix 1 as an excerpt from a book by Andrew Northedge entitled the Good Study Guide. We strongly suggest that you read this excerpt and reflect on how it might apply to you. The curriculum also aims for you to acquire and develop the skills you will need to be an effective practitioner. These skills are best learnt by observation and practice, and the programme aims first to get you to observe real-life practice, then to undergo simulations, supervised practice and finally practise on your own. Teaching & Learning Activity You will encounter different types of teaching-learning activity. Some, such as lectures (plenaries) and laboratory sessions will be more didactic or teacher-centred, whilst others such as group discussions, tutorials, workshops, seminars and problem-based learning (PBL) sessions, very much more student-centred. Some activities, including doing the recommended reading, searching for information, and using computer-aided learning (CAL) programs, will be carried out entirely on your own, although of course advice may be sought from teaching staff. Assessments You will encounter different types of assessment. Not all are written or take the form of end-of-semester examination papers and each Semester you will receive comprehensive information about their number, types, format and purpose. The purpose of assessment is not just to test memory or how accurately one reproduces information! Assessments are also used to evaluate the grasp of key concepts; the breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding; the ability to deduce, reason, discuss and argue; and the ability to present information logically, clearly and concisely. Properly constructed assessments


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are designed to be passed, but will also discriminate clearly between the excellent, the good and the mediocre.


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MENTOR-MENTEE SYSTEM Purpose All students will be assigned a mentor. The main objective of this mentor-mentee system is to provide academic support, guidance and encouragement to students during their study & stay in the IMU.

Mentors create a nurturing and personalised university experience for students.

Academic Mentoring Mentors assist their mentees to gain an understanding of the curriculum and the universitys requirement and expectations of the students. Mentors can provide advice and guidance to students regarding academic matters; guide or point the student to relevant resources e.g. study skills; share relevant research knowledge and experience with mentee where necessary. It is not intended that the staff act as academic tutors giving coaching on particular topics. Assistance Through this more personal contact between a member of staff and a student, any student making an appeal following failure in an assessment may seek the support of his/her mentor. The changing of mentors by students is not encouraged. However if there are strong reasons for such a change, then a student can apply to the Dean for a new mentor giving the reasons. Adjustment to University Life Besides academic mentoring, the mentor may help the student in his/her adjustment to university life i.e. a transition from pre-university/foundation studies/working life to university life at IMU, thus assisting in the retention and graduation of students. Benefits of Having a Mentor The mentor-mentee system provides the student with an opportunity to build mentoring relationship with faculty, increase their network base and gain valuable life experience. It is a chance for the mentee to have a mentor who is someone interested in their well-being and who can guide them through the complexities of university life. The success of this system depends on students seeing their mentors regularly and not just when there is a problem.


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GENERAL INFORMATION All admission enquiries will be dealt with by the Student Services. Behaviour Code As an educational institution, the IMU is expected to follow the Universities and College Act (1967). This Act provides the University with very broad powers governing the behaviour of its students. The IMU has always been reasonable and flexible on this issue. However, the University expects its students to be mature and responsible adults who are going to become good health professionals. Students are reminded that as an IMU student, they represent the University wherever they go, not only in formal teaching facilities such as the IMU campus or teaching hospitals and clinic but also at less formal settings such as electives, social activities or community services etc. and thus must show exemplary behavior. Remember also that you represent your family while at IMU. Students who breach any aspect of the disciplinary code will be subject to appropriate action. A copy of the relevant section of the above Act is with the IMU Student Association for reference if you so require. Dress Code All students are required to dress appropriately as befits future health-care professionals. Students must dress properly and decently on campus and on any official outings. Appropriate dressing includes the following:

Male Yes No Attire Attire must be formal, clean and

well pressed. Collared shirt, fully buttoned with a tie on and shirt tucked in. Long trousers ID Tag should be worn at all times.

No jeans. No T-shirts. Clothing should not be made of denim material.

Footwear Well-kept formal shoes and socks. No sport shoes, running shoes, sandals, flip-flops and sneakers.

Hair Hair length should be short and above top collar line. Hair must be well-combed

No long hair. No pony tails. No dying of hair

Jewellery Fingernails must be kept clean and short

No earrings No tongue-rings No nose-rings No jewellery No other similar adornments


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Female Yes No Attire Attire must be formal, clean and

well pressed. Blouse with knee-length skirt or knee-length dress Long pants ID tag should be worn at all times

No plunging neckline No spaghetti string blouses No jeans No T-shirts Blouse, skirt, dress and trousers should not be made of denim material No three-quarter pants No showing off belly-button No showing of the umbilicus

Footwear Well-kept formal shoes or dress slippers

No sport shoes, running shoes, sandals, flip-flops and sneakers

Hair Hair length should be above bottom line of collar Hair must be well-combed, tied or pinned to avoid hair falling all over the face All long hair must be tied-up neatly

Jewellery and make

up

Only 1 pair of earrings allowed Fingernails must be kept clean and short Light make-up

No multiple pairs of earrings No tongue-rings No excessive jewellery

Lab coat should be worn only in teaching environment including Skills Centre, hospitals and laboratories. It must not be worn out of the IMU and in eating places. Students who are doing clinical postings, electives and teaching activities outside IMU are required to follow the above dress code regulations. Students who do not conform to the IMU dress code will be denied entry to any teaching or learning activities, examination halls and library and may be subject to disciplinary action. Students are required to wear lab coats for OSPE & OSCE. Students who are inappropriately dressed will not be allowed to sit for examinations. The above dress code may not apply for the following sports and co-curriculum activities: i. IMU Cup activities ii. IMU Orientation activities iii. Cultural festivals iv. And any other activities approved by Student Services


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Dress Code for IMU Students Involved in Direct Patient Care Activities Best Practices Hand hygiene should be stressed at all times using the 5 moments of hand hygiene. Maintain a high level of personal hygiene. Dress neatly, tidily, decently and smartly. Change out of soiled attire into fresh ones immediately. Finger nails are to be kept short and clean. Pens, torches, and sharps are to be carried in inside pocket or in the hip pockets. Tops, Bottoms and Ties Short sleeved tops shall be worn. If long sleeved tops are worn, the sleeves should be rolled up to above elbow level. No neckties shall be worn except for bow ties. Male staff/students should dress in smart and formal clothing. Female staff/students should dress in a similar corresponding smart and formal style. Jeans are not acceptable. Items of clothing should not be worn which would be reasonably considered to be revealing, offensive or provocative to service users, carers, colleagues or members of public. White Coat Freshly laundered short-sleeved white coat shall be worn daily. The white coat shall not be worn when engaging in direct patient care activity where there is a risk of infection transmission (e.g. risk of blood splash, bodily fluid or potentially infectious material). This would include the activities in the wards, operating theatres, procedure rooms, etc. The white coat may be worn during activity where there is no risk of infection transmission (e.g. ward rounds, clerking of patients, skills unit, examination, Anatomy Museum, etc).


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The white coat shall not be worn away from the work place (e.g. shopping), including when travelling to and from the workplace. Wrist Watches and Jewellery Wrist watches should be removed when engaging in direct patient care activity. Earrings, if worn, should be plain studs only. Jewellery may be worn at discretion, but should not be excessive or of a type which may cause damage to the wearer or others. The wearing of wedding band/ring is permitted. The wearing of visible body piercing jewellery other than earrings, except on cultural or religious grounds, is not permitted. Identity Card and Holder The ID card shall be worn at all times. The ID card holder shall be of the metallic retractable type. Wearers are encouraged to clean the ID card holder with alcohol swab regularly. Lanyards are not to be used as ID card holders. Fingernails Fingernails are to be kept short, tidy and clean. Fingernail varnish and fake nails are not permitted. Hair Long hair is to be tied to the back off the collar. Footwear Soft-soled shoes, closed over the foot and toes are to be worn. Footwear other than the above may be worn when required in certain areas where direct patient care activity is engaged (e.g. the operation theatre, the labour room). The wearing of sandals, sneakers or sports footwear is not acceptable. Badges and Pins The wearing of numerous badges and pins is discouraged.


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However, one or two badges denoting professional qualifications or memberships may be acceptable. Any more looks unprofessional and may present a safety hazard. Tattoos and Facial Piercing Facial piercings are strongly discouraged. The number, size, nature, location, prominence and appearance of tattoos are particularly important and tattoos that can cause offence and/or invite provocation from members of the public or colleagues are not permitted. In particular, tattoos on parts of the body which are more prominent, such as the hands and the face are not permitted. Tattoos on the lower arms are permissible but must remain covered at all times. However, during direct patient care activities, tattoos on arms/forearms may have to be uncovered to facilitate clinical procedures. Attire for Muslims Shirts/Blouse/Dress may have full or three-quarter sleeves which may be rolled down when not engaging in direct patient care activity. Any full or three-quarter length sleeves must not be loose or dangling. They must be able to be rolled or pulled back and kept securely in place during hand-washing and direct patient care activity. Strict procedures for washing hands and wrists must still be observed. The use of hand disinfection gels containing synthetic alcohol does not fall within the Muslim prohibition against natural alcohol (from fermented fruit or grain). SOCIAL MEDIA Students are to be aware of the Social Media Guidelines which are made available at eLearning Portal under Notices and Timetable. IMU Identification Tag All students are required to wear their IMU Identification Tag at all times on campus and on official IMU activities (apart from games) and in a manner which is easy to read. Students who do not do so will be denied entry and the use of IMU facilities. Students have to pay RM20 for replacing a lost or damaged ID card. IMU Network Password All students will be issued with a password for access to the IMU students network.


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Name and Date of Birth Students must follow their birth certificate and Malaysian identity card number (or passport number if non-Malaysian) whenever they use their name and date of birth for official purposes/documents. Property Any item found in the IMU, hospital or clinic premises should be handed to the Facilities Management and Administration office, for return to its rightful owner. Students are strongly advised to be very careful of their own property at all times. Change of Address Students must inform the Academic Services whenever there is a change in their mailing or permanent address or telephone number. This information is vital as an emergency may arise and the IMU has to contact the student or their family. Use of Lifts Students are advised not to use the lifts at Annexe Block from 7.30 am to 6.00 pm from Mondays to Fridays. Kindly use the staircase, the escalators and both the lifts located at the main building. Overseas Students IMU students who are not Malaysian citizens are responsible to make sure that they have a valid student visa at all times. They are advised to communicate with the Student Services Department on all matters related to the Department of Immigration. Notice Boards Students should check the notice boards regularly for an update of information on academic matters, partner universities, library and student services. All notice boards are located outside the Lecture Theatre 1 on the 3rd Floor. (a) Deans Office - notices from the Dean.

(b) Partner Universities - information on partner universities.


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(c) Resource Centre - library. (d) Student Services

- students services.

(e) Student Notices / ECA board - students who wish to put up notices must submit them to the

Student Services office for approval. (f) Student Notice Board in Student Lounge

- students who wish to put up notices must submit them to the SRC for approval.

Standard Precautions Most people with blood-borne viral infections such as HIV, HCV and HBV do not have symptoms, nor can they be visibly recognized as being infected, Standard Precautions are designed for the care of all persons patients, clients and staff - regardless of whether or not they are infected. Standard precautions apply to blood and all other body fluids, secretions and excretions (except sweat), non-intact skin and mucous membranes. Their implementation is meant to reduce the risk of transmitting microorganisms from known or unknown sources of infection (e.g., patients, contaminated objects, used needles and syringes, etc.) within the healthcare system. The key components of the Standard Precautions are: 1. Hand Care

Wash hands before and after all patient care. Wash hands immediately after exposure to blood and/or body fluids and after removing disposable gloves.

If working with heavy cleaning activities, each individual should have his/her own pair of utility gloves to wear during at-risk activities, and wash and disinfect gloves after each use.

Avoid chapped and cracked hands if possible. Use a water-

based hand lotion frequently. Petroleum-based products and Vaseline break down latex.

2. Protective Barriers should be worn at all times when working with blood

or blood products or body fluids or waste that may contain blood.

Protective eyewear should be worn whenever there is a risk of eye splash.

Gowns, boots, & masks should be worn when risk of contamination to clothes, feet, or face.


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3. Individuals with open or draining lesions should not work directly with other people while lesion is open or draining.

4. Do Not recap, shear, or break needles at any time. 5. Discard needles and sharp objects in protective containers

immediately. 6. Sterilize or disinfect reusable equipment that is to be used for more

than one person. Do Not share equipment between room-mates or friends.

7. Place items that contain a lot of blood in a biohazard plastic bag. 8. Do Not pick up broken glass with bare hands. Wear utility gloves or

sweep it up. Dispose broken glass in container that does not allow others to be cut.

9. Resuscitation: Mouthpieces or resuscitator bags should be used

whenever resuscitation is carried out.


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POLICY ON PAYMENT OF FEES Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes

A. General 1. All fees must be paid by the relevant due date(s). 2. Once fees have been paid, there will be no refunds unless otherwise

stated. Processing and registration fees are not refundable under any circumstances.

3. Fees paid are not transferable except in the circumstances stated in

sections D and E below. 4. IMU reserves the right, at its full discretion, to set off any deposits paid by

the student against any outstanding fees and/or late payment fine(s) due and owing by the student to IMU.

5. For enrolled students, e-invoices and all other notices on payment of fees

will be emailed to the students IMU Microsoft Outlook Live@edu Email Account and no hardcopy will be sent. Each student will be given a dedicated IMU Microsoft Outlook Live@edu Email Account at the start of the first semester which will be maintained throughout the duration the student is enrolled as a student of IMU. All students are required to regularly check their email account(s) for invoices, notices, reminders or any other student-related information.

B. Late Payment Fine 1. Late payment of fees will be subject to a fine as follows:

Up to 7 days after a Due Date RM 250 Up to 14 days after a Due Date RM 500 Up to 21 days after a Due Date RM1,000

If the fees and fines are not paid by the twenty-first day after commencement of the semester, the student will not be allowed to attend formal teaching sessions, use IT facilities and/or use any learning resources of IMU. In addition, IMU reserves the right, at its full discretion, to:-

i. prohibit the student from sitting for any in-course assessments or formal

examinations of IMU; and/or ii. compel the student to withdraw from the programme; and/or iii. withhold any examination result(s), certificate(s) and/or record(s) of the student.

2. Special Circumstances If a student is unable to pay the fees by the Due Date(s), he/she or a

guardian/parent or the spouse of student must write officially to the Finance Department stating clearly the reasons for the delay with supporting documentary evidence. A copy of these statements is to be forwarded to the Dean of the relevant School.


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C. Refund of Fees

1. IMU will refund the fees paid in the following circumstances and subject to

the following terms and conditions:-

1.1 Where a student, who has been offered a conditional place based on forecast results, subsequently fails to obtain the necessary actual examination results to meet the entry requirements before the commencement of semester 1, IMU will withdraw the offer and provide a full refund of the tuition fees and other such refundable fees.

1.2 Where a student, who has been offered a conditional place based

on forecast results, subsequently fails to obtain the necessary actual examination results to meet the entry requirements after the commencement of semester 1, IMU will withdraw the offer and refund a proportionate amount of the tuition fees based on the total number of weeks in relation to the unexpired duration of the semester. The total number of weeks in relation to the unexpired duration of the semester is calculated from the following week after the actual examination results are released until the end of semester week (i.e. the end of semester examination or the end of teaching week, whichever is applicable). For the avoidance of doubt, the week in which the actual examination results are released is not taken into account for the purpose of calculating the total number of weeks in relation to the unexpired duration of the semester.

1.3 Where a student, who has paid the semester fees either in full or by

way of instalment, subsequently does not accept or does not take up the place offered, or after accepting or taking up the place offered subsequently withdraws from or fails to proceed with the programme, for the following reasons occurring before the end of the fourth week after the commencement of semester; and IMU is notified in writing within the said period:-

i the death or serious illness of a guardian/parent/the spouse of

the student which will result in the financial inability to continue with the programme;

ii serious illness of the student which will result in the inability to continue with the programme;

iii award of a scholarship or loan to the student for study at IMU; or

iv award of a full scholarship/loan on tuition fees by an educational institution or a scholarship foundation to pursue an undergraduate or postgraduate programme in another educational institution, where the notification of the award of the scholarship or loan is received by the student after payment of fees has been made,

IMU will provide a full refund of the tuition fees and such other

refundable fees. 1.4 Where a student, who has paid the semester fees in full,

subsequently does not accept or does not take up the place offered, or after accepting or taking up the place offered subsequently withdraws from or fails to proceed with the


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programme, for any reason and IMU is notified in writing before the end of the eighth week after the commencement of semester, IMU will provide a refund of 50% of the tuition fees and other such refundable fees.

2. In all of the circumstances stated in section C(1) above, students must

apply to the Finance Department in writing for a refund of the fees and deposits within the respective timeframe, stating their reasons as supported by documentary evidence. A copy of these statements is to be forwarded to the Dean of the relevant School. IMU may request further evidence before agreeing to a refund of the fees and deposits.

D. Transfer Programme Where a student has been allowed to transfer programme, the student will

be subject to pay the fees applicable for the new programme, beginning from the semester of the new programme in which the student is approved to join. The fees paid for the semester of the existing programme which are transferable to the new programme shall be the proportionate amount of fees based on the unexpired duration of the semester of the existing programme. The unexpired duration of the semester of the existing programme shall be based on the total number of weeks calculated from the following week after the programme transfer is granted until the end of semester week (i.e. the end of semester examination or the end of teaching week, whichever is applicable). For the avoidance of doubt, the week in which the programme transfer is granted shall not be taken into account for the purpose of calculating the total number of weeks in relation to the unexpired duration of the semester of the existing programme.If there is surplus in the fees paid by the student pursuant to the transfer of programme, the surplus amount will not be refunded to the student but will be used to set-off the fees for the next instalment or the subsequent semester, whichever is applicable. If the fees paid are insufficient for the new programme, a student must make full payment of the balance of semester fee or instalment for the new programme.

E. Switch Option

Where a student has been allowed to switch option, the student will be subject to pay the fees applicable for the new option. The fees paid for the semester of the existing option which are transferable to the new option shall be the proportionate amount of fees based on the unexpired duration of the semester of the existing option. The unexpired duration of the semester of the existing option shall be based on the total number of weeks calculated from the following week after the option transfer is granted until the end of semester week (i.e. the end of semester examination or the end of teaching week, whichever is applicable). For the avoidance of doubt, the week in which the option transfer is granted shall not be taken into account for the purpose of calculating the total number of weeks in relation to the unexpired duration of the semester of the existing option. If there is surplus in the fees paid by the student pursuant to the switch of option, such surplus amount will not be refunded to the student but will be used to set-off fees for the next instalment or the subsequent semester(s), whichever is applicable.


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If a student switches from a lower fee option to a higher fee option, the student must make full payment of the differential amount between the options from the commencement of intake, as if the student had joined the higher fee option from the beginning of the intake.

F. Repeat, Re-sit or Defer of Semester or Modules A student who repeats, re-sits or defers his/her semester or module will be

subject to the fee structure applicable for the new intake in which he/she joins.

* This policy on payment of fees is subject to change, please check with IMU for the latest information.

Additional Information on Policy on Payment of Fees 1. Admission matters

a) If a student is given a conditional or a confirmed letter of offer, he/she will be required to pay fees by the Due Date as stipulated in the letter of offer.

b) Failure to pay the required fees by the due date stipulated in the

said letter of offer will lead to loss of a place in the relevant programme.


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2. Outstation students

We would like to suggest that you send post dated cheques 1-2 weeks before the due dates. This will ensure that all bank drafts /cheques are received by the finance department by the due dates, to avoid fines.

3. Sponsored students and students who take loans from the local financial

institutions

For sponsoring bodies that do not cover certain ancillary fees, you are required to pay such fees by the relevant due date(s) in accordance with IMUs Policy on Payment of Fees.

4. Students who take loans from NHEF

The National Higher Education Fund (NHEF) will pay disbursements of loan amounts for each semester directly to students personal bank account. Students must make FULL payment of their tuition fees on or before the relevant fee due date(s) in accordance with IMUs Policy on Payment of Fees regardless of NHEF payment.

5. Resit students

If the resit examination results are released before the due dates, the same due dates in the policy applies.

If the resit examination results are released after due date but before the commencement of the first day of the semester, the due date will be the next working day following the release of the resit result.

If the examination results are released after the commencement of the semester, the due date will be the next working day following the release of the resit result.

6.Students requesting remark/recount of exam papers

If students are required to repeat the semester the due date is

end of the first week from the commencement date OR the next working day following the release of remark results, whichever is earlier

If students proceed to the next semester the due date is end of the first week from the commencement date OR the next working day following the release of remark results, whichever is earlier


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Fees Due Date: Semester fees are usually due end of the first week from

the commencement date. All fees must be paid in full by the relevant Due Date(s). Once full fees

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ACADEMIC FACILITIES 1. Library

The Library of the International Medical University (formerly known as International Medical College) was established in 1993 to cater and support the needs of the Faculty and students of the college (University since February 1999). The collection was developed based on the IMCs medical curriculum which was integrated and problem-based. Initially emphasis was placed on acquiring core texts, integrated and problem-based learning materials and relevant multi-media packages. With the introduction of new programmes, the collection expanded to cater for these new programmes. 1.1 Physical Facilities

The Main Library is currently located at the Main Campus, on the 3rd Floor of the university occupying an area of 20,000 sq.ft with a seating capacity of 800 seats. The Branch Library at the Seremban Clinical School is located on the 5th Floor with a seating capacity of 200 seats. The Branch Library at the Batu Pahat Clinical School is located at the IMU Batu Pahat. The seating capacity is 55. The Branch Library at the Kuala Pilah Clinical School is located at the IMU Kuala Pilah. The seating capacity is 55.

1.2 Organisation

Headed by the Chief Librarian, the Library is supported with the following staff to run the day to day affairs of the unit.

Chief Librarian : 1 Librarians : 4 (Main: 3 ; CS: 1) Library Officers : 3 (Main: 1 ; CS: 2) Library Assistants : 4 (Main: 1 ; CS: 3) Library Clerks : 2 (Main: 2) Materials for all libraries are procured and processed by the respective libraries. The National Library of Medicine Classification scheme is used to organize the collection along with its subject headings. The library system currently used is the VIRTUA library system. This is an integrated web-based library system.


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1.3 Collection

Monographs, journals, both print and on-line versions, videos, CD-ROMs and other interactive course packages relevant to the fields of medicine, pharmacy, dental, nursing, and traditional chinese medicines are available. Access to the collection is through the library web portal via computers or mobile devices. The library system also allows renewal and reservation via internet.

1.4 Services

Standard library opening hours is as follows: Mondays to Fridays : 7.30 a.m. to 12.00 midnight Saturdays : 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (January-May)

: 8.30 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. (June-December) Sundays : 12.00 noon to 6.00 p.m. Public Holidays : Closed

Normal transactions such as loans for a period of seven days for monographs are available for registered users of the library. A special collection of core textbooks is maintained at the Reserved Collection area, and these are available for loan to users for a period of 3 days. The loan period of red spot books is for 3 hours. However, overnight loans for these are allowed from 7.30 p.m. daily. Printed journals and other non-book materials are only to be consulted in the library. A number of electronic resources are subscribed to and these further enhance the services provided by the library. Access to all e-resources is via ezyproxy. The URL is: http://i-lib.imu.edu.my Kindly use your Active Directory Login ID for user name and password to access the 24/7 e-resources.

Some of the data bases are:

i. Journals @ OVID:

The IMU Library subscribes to Lippincott Williams & Wilkins which has a collection of 359 titles of medical journals.

ii. Medline (full-text): A bibliographic data base that has a link to some of the full text articles is also obtainable at the libraries via EBSCOHost or Proquest platform.

iii. Images databases:

A digital collection of more than 50,000 medical images is accessible via Springer Images database and Scientific and Medical Art Imagebase database via EbscoHost.


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iv. Clinical Key:

Clinical Key is a database that incorporates textbooks. journals, procedures and Clinical Trials targeted towards teaching and learning and research activities.

v. CINAHL wit full text:

A comprehensive source of more than 600 full text journals for Nursing and Allied Health.

vi Proquest:

A collection of 1609 titles of electronic journals covering the worlds leading medical and healthcare journals.

vii. Dentistry and Oral Sciences Source:

Accessible via EBSCOHost platform. This database is updated weekly and it covers all facets relating to the areas of dentistry including dental public health, endodontics, facial pain & surgery, odontology, oral & maxillofacial pathology / surgery / radiology, orthodontology, pediatric dentistry, periodontology, and prosthodontics.

viii. Access-Medicine

A collection of medical e-books of more than 60 titles with thousands of images and illustrations, interactive self-assessment, case files and diagnostic tools.

ix. Access-Surgery

A comprehensive collection of surgery e-books with thousands of images and illustrations, case files and interactive self-assessment.

x. Access-Pharmacy

A leading pharmacy on-line references with monthly text updates, case files and interactive self-assessment.

xi. Dynamed

DynaMed is an evidence-based clinical reference tool designed for health care professionals for use at the point-of-care. DynaMed consists of nearly 2000 clinically-relevant topic summaries created through review of over 500 medical journals and systematic evidence review databases.

xii. Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection: A comprehensive psychology database via EBSCOHost

platform offering full text for nearly 400 journals in the field.

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A comprehensive collection of medical, biomedical, pharmacy, dental and nursing has been procured for use by patrons. There are currently more than 1,800 titles of Audio Visual Materials (CD-ROMS & DVD-ROMs) available in the library collection; with majority of it is an accompanying material to the books of the same title. Access to these audio visual materials is only available via computers in the library.

1.6 Inter-Library Loans / Document Delivery

Various libraries in Malaysia may be approached to supply materials that are not available in the IMU library. The request could be for books or journal articles. While requests for books will be forwarded to local libraries only, requests for articles will be initially forwarded locally. Unsuccessful requests will subsequently be forwarded to other reputable foreign libraries. The service is only available to faculty members. However if the course contents require specific items to be obtained this service is made available to students.

2. IMU IT FACILITIES IMU IT facilities includes the following:-

Access to 4 E-Labs for classes & 1 lab in the library, which is connect to the internet 24/7 & printer

Wireless Network Access (WiFi SSID IMUG, IMU & IMUS) for your devices like laptop, smart phones, & tablets

Printing, Photocopying & Scanning 3. E-Learning Laboratory There are four E-Learning Laboratories and they are located in the

middle of 3rd floor. Opening hours: E-Lab-1 & 2 Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. Saturday 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. E-Lab-3 & 4 Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. 4. CAL Programme

CAL stands for Computer Aided Learning and is an integral part of the pharmacy course, making good use of multimedia technology to deliver course material in an innovative and interactive way. CAL programme complement material delivered by lectures, workshops and tutorials. They can be used to present material from a different angle and so help to stimulate thinking around the subject.


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They allow students to work at their own pace, to test themselves and to revise. We invite you to experience CAL for yourself, and see how it is used to teach important parts of the Strathclyde-IMU pharmacy curriculum. For example you may like to see and try programmes on poisonous plants, stereochemistry & molecular visualizations and the pharmacology cat stimulation. The CAL programme can be accessed in E-Learning laboratory.

5. Structured Independent Learning (SIL)

The structured Independent Learning (SIL) is one of the self-directed modules in the IMU Medical Sciences programme. Various assigned activities are formally scheduled in the timetable and students are advised to undertake these activities independently. It is important to take note that some components of the SIL are part of the course learning objectives and are therefore examinable. In IMU, we have also set up an e-learning portal called IMUnet. Through this portal, the students will be able to log in to the MOFA, which stand for Medical Online Formative Assessment. MOFA is an online learning application that allows students to keep track of all the SIL activities to complement the written learning portfolios. Whereas SPIDER, which is an acronym for Strathclyde Pharmacy Interactive Development & Education Resources support virtual learning experience for the pharmacy students. The SIL, MOFA and SPIDER can be assessed in E-Learning Laboratory.

6. IMU Student Computer Usage Policy 6.1 Objective It is the objective of the Information Technology Services (ITS) to

provide Information Technology (IT) facilities to assist/facilitate the learning process in general and the educational programmes conducted specifically at the IMU. Access to these resources is a privilege and must be treated with the highest standard of ethics.

Therefore, IMU expects all students to use IT resources in a

responsible manner; respecting the trust they have been given, the integrity of facilities and controls and all pertinent Malaysian Laws and IMU policies and standards.

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This policy outlines the standards for acceptable usage of IMU's IT resources which include, but is not limited to, equipment, software, networks and data whether owned, leased, or otherwise provided by the IMU.

This policy applies to all students whether physically accessing

the facilities from the IMU's campus or from a remote location and to other network services, such as the Internet via IMU facilities.

6.3 Policy The usage of IT facilities is subject to the following conditions that

must be observed by students at all times: usage of IT facilities is only for academic-related purposes. use only the IT resources for which you have been given

authorisation and only for the intended purpose. any use of IT resources for illegal purposes, or in support of

illegal activities is prohibited. any use of IT resources for commercial purposes is prohibited. use of IT resources which serve to disrupt the use of the IMU

network or the work of other users or to disrupt a third party's network is prohibited.

any attempt to transgress existing restrictions of the IT resources will be viewed as being done with malicious intent and will be dealt with accordingly.

use of IT resources for the purpose of playing and /or accessing games software is prohibited.

installing and/or downloading computer software from the Internet or through other means into the IT resources is prohibited.

all usage of IT resources must be compliant to applicable laws and respect the copyrights and intellectual property rights of others, including the legal use of copyrighted software.

the student is responsible for the confidentiality of the password associated with the user ID assigned by the ITS upon registration to the ITS. The student shall exercise due care to ensure the security and confidentiality of the said password at all times and shall protect IMU network, in his/her best effort from unauthorised access using his/her password.

the student shall notify the ITS immediately upon discovery or having reason to believe that another person has knowledge of his/her password.

the student is not permitted to assign his/her password to another person.

the student must make every effort to keep in confidential all information which are obtained from the IT resources.

6.4 Compliance and Penalties Failure to comply with the appropriate use of these resources or

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unethical and unacceptable practices is tantamount to a violation of this policy and is subject to disciplinary proceedings which may lead to and including suspension or loss of system privileges, fines and any other actions including expulsion from IMU and/or legal action as may be appropriate. In particular:

the IMU reserves the right to limit or restrict the use of its IT

resources to any student based on institutional priorities and financial considerations, as well as when it is presented with evidence of a violation of this policy.

the IMU reserves the right to examine material belonging to a student which are stored in or used on the IT resources or was transmitted through its facilities if there is a reason to believe that the standards for acceptable and ethical usage as outlined in this policy are being violated by the said student.

this policy does not imply any responsibility or liability on behalf of the IMU arising from the actions of any student utilising IMU IT resources. The student shall be fully responsible for his/her use of the IT resources including any consequences with regards to, including but not limited to, IMU and any other third party interacting directly or indirectly with the student.

this policy shall be subjected to, governed by and interpreted in accordance with the Malaysian Laws.

7. Student Printing Policy

Student can only print at the printers assigned for their use and these printers are located at either E-Laboratories or the libraries. Each student is given a quota of 100 pages of free printing ever 1st January & 1st July. Upon exhaustion of free printing quota, student can top up their printing quota by paying 10 sen per page, but the minimum top up amount is RM5, to be paid at the Ricoh Center. Students are not allowed to print transparency. If there is such a requirement, students are to ask for assistance from the Helpdesk unit.

8. Skills centre The Skills Centre is located on the Ground Floor of the main building. Its

purpose is for the learning of physical examination and communication skills.

9. Teaching Facilities Plenary sessions are conducted in the 5 lecture theatres, all equipped

with video projectors. There are 39 Learning Rooms (PBL) for small group discussions. Each learning rooms is equipped with chairs and a white board to facilitate discussions. Practical sessions are conducted in the 8 Multi Disciplinary Laboratories (MDL) and Medical Museum. The


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learning rooms are located on the 1st floor, four of the MDLs are located on the third floor and the other four are located on the 4th floor. The Medical Museum is located on the 3rd floor.

OTHER FACILITIES 1. Accommodation

The IMU has hostels off campus at the Vista Komanwel condominiums situated within walking distance of the IMU. IMU hostel accommodation is allocated on first come first serve basis. The Student Services will assist students in finding suitable accommodation within the vicinity of the IMU.

2. Student Centre The Student Centre is located on the Lower Ground Floor of the main

building. The Student Centre is an area where student can relax, enjoy some time to themselves or with their friends and at the same time they are able to carry out their activities such as dancing, martial arts, exercising by using the gymnasium facilities, fellowship and watching TV.

The Student Lounge has the following facilities:

lounge with TV and Astro meeting room music room activities area dance studio with sound system equipped gymnasium with a Hi Fi set fully furnished Office for the Student Association

Student Association Office is located within the student centre. This will

enable them to carry out their official work efficiently. 3. On Campus Recreation Facilities The following are available for students:

volleyball court multipurpose court (eg. basketball, futsal) 2 dart boards 2 table tennis boards musical instruments (eg. keyboard, drumset) BBQ pit

4. Lockers

Lockers are available for rental on a semester basis. The deposit for lockers is RM20 and the rental is RM25 per semester. If a locker key is not returned within a week after the End of Semester Examination in Semester 5, the deposit will be forfeited. Please refer to the ECA


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Handbook available at the Student Services for more information on student services.

5. Cafeteria, Bookstore and Photocopying

The cafeteria is located at the lower ground floor of the IMU main building. It operates from 7.30 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. from Monday to Friday. It is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

The bookstore/photocopying shop is opened from Monday to

Saturday. Weekdays from 9.30 a.m. 6.30 p.m. and Saturday from 9.30 a.m. 3.30 p.m.

6. Shops and Other Amenities

The IMU is located within the Sri Petaling area. This locality has a wide-range of facilities and amenities that student may need. These include a variety of restaurants, bookshops, sundry shops, launderettes, etc.

7. Car Parking Facilities

Car parking bays are available at the Open Parking @ Hill (opposite IMU/Vista Komanwel Condo Block C). Currently the fee is RM1.00 per entry and on a first come first serve basis. It is managed by IMU Education Sdn Bhd.

Free parking is given to students to re-park their cars at the Sub-Basement Parking Floor after 6.00 pm on weekdays, Saturday and Sunday. However, students to shift out the car before 7.00 am the following day.

Parents/guardians of students may use the drop off zone/shelter as a drop off/pick up point in the event of rain. They are entitled to a 20 minutes grace period before being charged a fee. They are NOT to use the IMU Drive leading to the main entrance (where our guards are stationed) as a drop off/pick up point as this is designated for VIPs and as students also utilize the area for the sporting activities.

8. IMU Student Association

Students have formed an IMU Student Association to plan student activities and to serve as a body to consult with the IMU administration. Co-curricular activities will be conducted with assistance and in conjunction with the Student Services.

9. Fire Protection and Fire Evacuation

In order to avoid/minimise fire hazards, fire prevention regulations must be strictly adhered to at all times.


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In the event of fire students must follow instructions and evacuate the building in an orderly manner. If fire breaks out in any part of the IMU the fire alarm will go off. Students should immediately evacuate the building and assemble at the specified assembly point and await further instructions. Fire extinguishers and fire hoses are available should the need arise. Locations of fire exits are indicated in the floor plan in this information booklet as well as on each floor. Fire drills will be conducted periodically to rehearse the orderly evacuation of students. It is important to observe all the rules and regulations pertaining to fire protection and evacuation on these occasions.

N.B.: Do not be alarmed by the sound of the fire alarm unless it rings continuously as testing of the equipment is carried out on a regular basis.

10. Lost and Found Section

The Student Services and Facilities Management and Administration (FMA) Office manages the Lost and Found Section. Students may report/check their Lost or Found Items with FMA and thereafter with Student Services. The Lost and Found Forms can be obtained from the FMA Office.


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THE 8 IMU OUTCOMES

1. Critical thinking & research. 2. Self-directed life-long learning &

information management. 3. Communication skills. 4. Professionalism, ethics, and personal

development. 5. Disease prevention and health

promotion. 6. Family and community issues in health

care. 7. Clinical skills. 8. Application of basic sciences in the

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IMU LEARNING MODEL Preamble Our learning model will enable us to achieve our vision to be an innovative global centre of excellence in learning and research, supporting a community of scholars and professionals committed to serving society, promoting the development of students to reach their true potential in becoming competent, ethical, caring and inquiring citizens; and visionary leaders. This learning model will be in keeping with our declared pedagogical philosophy which emphasizes learning and where the primary role of faculty is not to teach but to ensure that the student has learnt. The model promotes self learning and inculcates the culture of life-long learning. This learning model will be consistent with our stated educational mission which is to

Strengthen IMU as a centre of excellence for health related undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Establish IMU as a centre for higher education providing training through multidisciplinary programmes.

Establish IMU as a centre for postgraduate training and CPD. Train knowledgeable and skillful professionals who are ethical and

dedicated to serve and improve the quality of life of the community. Train competent professionals with the use of innovative technologies of

knowledge especially ICT. Outcome-based Curriculum We will adopt outcome-based curricula based on the following domains:

1. Application of basic sciences in the practice of the profession. 2. Psychomotor skills. 3. Family and community issues in health care. 4. Disease prevention and health promotion. 5. Communication skills. 6. Critical thinking, problem solving and research. 7. Self-directed life-long learner with skills in information and resource

management. 8. Professionalism, ethics and personal development.

Individual programmes will adopt the above domains to develop their specific educational outcomes. These outcomes will drive all aspects of the curriculum in terms of content and organisation, delivery and educational settings, assessment and quality activities.


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Curriculum Mapping Curriculum mapping will be a key element in our learning model. Every programme will develop a detailed curriculum map specifying the outcomes at the point of exit as well as at every stage of the programme including the outcomes at each learning activity or lesson. The lesson outcomes must be clearly stated and related to one or more of the universitys educational domains

The lesson outcomes must be derived from, reflect and relate to the course, posting, module, phase and programme outcomes. The managers, coordinators and faculty at every stage of the programme will ensure the delivery of the learning activities as specified in the outcomes and minimize duplication. The curriculum map will be used by all stakeholders. Faculty will use the map to deliver the learning activities. Students will use the map to plan their learning. An abbreviated version of the map should also be made available to other stakeholders. The curriculum map will be made available on a database that permits the generation of reports. Students will be provided with a learning plan which is based on the educational outcomes. This will be a logical plan that will guide the student through a pre-determined path and will drive the time-tabling of the programme. The plan will guide student learning and provide them with the opportunity of reflecting on their individual learning achievements upon completion of each stage of the programme. Content The content of the programme must cover all the stated outcomes. It is often difficult to specify the breadth or depth of content but the student will be informed of the depth and breadth required to pass an assessment. Every encouragement and resource will be provided for students to go beyond that is required for passing. Students who show evidence of having surpassed this minimum will be appropriately rewarded. The organization of the content should provide for both horizontal and vertical integration and provide opportunities for students to revisit concepts and principles as well as to acquire integration skills.

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

PHASE / SEMESTER

OUTCOMES

COURSE/POSTING/MODULE

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Methods of Delivery We will use a variety of methods, selecting the most appropriate delivery tool to help the student achieve the lesson outcomes. We emphasise learning rather than teaching and our delivery methods must be designed to promote learning. There must be strong and significant elements of independent learning, integration skills, critical thinking and problem solving. To ensure successful independent learning we will provide the necessary support for the students to do so. There will be a logical progression from directed self-learning to self-directed learning as the student progresses to the later years. We will not be afraid to trial and adopt new and innovative methods even if they may defy conventional wisdom. We recognize the importance of role modeling in the learning of ethics and professionalism and will put in place measures to ensure that faculty are themselves professional and ethical. We will use technology to make our delivery of learning more efficient and effective, recognizing that learning will drive the technology and not the other way round. Inter-profession learning will be encouraged where the outcomes from different programmes match. Our delivery methods will place emphasis on the preparation of the student for the workplace and we will develop appropriate industry linkages to achieve this. Both curricular and extra curricular activities will contribute to helping students achieve the educational outcomes of the university. Assessment We will assess all the stated outcomes and ensure an appropriate sampling across all outcomes. We will use a variety of methods, selecting the most appropriate for each specific purpose. Students should experience a range of assessment methods in their programme. There will be both formative and summative exercises and we will put in place remedial measures for those identified to need them. We will use criterion referencing and set a passing mark that is appropriate through standard setting.


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We will use technology to make our assessment exercises more efficient and cost-effective. Resources We will be cost effective without sacrificing quality. We will optimise our human capital, infrastructural and ICT resources to enhance student learning. Our facilities will be multifunctional and common usage by all programmes will be the norm. We will continuously improve our educational and working environment to be conducive for learning activities for the university community. Quality We will implement a quality system to ensure that the outcomes are achieved at each stage of the programme. These activities will be both internally and externally driven. For all these activities we will ensure that the quality cycle be completed with appropriate remedial actions to close the loop. Feedback will be obtained from all stakeholders including students, faculty, alumni, employers and the public. Conclusion This learning model will enable us to achieve our vision and mission, and will be driven by imagination, innovation and insight - the 3Is of IMU. Our learning model will be the foundation for existing and future programmes.


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EXAMINATION REGULATIONS FOR IMU BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY 1.0 Introduction

All students must follow the academic programmes of the International Medical University (IMU) Bachelor of Science (Honours) Pharmaceutical Chemistry, fulfill the requirements of attendance at classes and achieve required standards for progression and graduation as determined by the IMU Senate. Poor attendance may result in students being barred from sitting the relevant examination(s) required for progress in the course.

1.1 For the purposes of these regulations, a student shall be defined as an

individual who has been duly registered with the IMU or those given permission by the Senate for the regulations to be applied to them.

1.2 The Examination Regulations are subject to change from time to time at the discretion of the IMU Senate. Students shall be notified in advance prior to the implementation of the changes.

1.3 An End of Semester Examination will be held at the end of each semester based on the courses and topics covered. The exceptions are listed in Appendix A. The Resit Examination(s) will be held after the End of Semester Examination results are released, at a time to be determined. The Schedule of Examinations is listed in the Academic Calendar. In the event of a clash, students are required to notify the Academic Services to resolve such clashes. Such notification must be in writing and must not be later than four weeks before the examination.

1.4 Decision on all other matters that are not specifically addressed herein shall be entirely at the discretion of the IMU Senate.

2.0 Attendance

Attendance at all lectures, practicals, workshops, tutorials, computer-aided learning (CAL) sessions, problem-based learning (PBL) sessions, seminars, presentations, visits, industrial attachment, class tests and End of Semester Examinations is compulsory.

2.1 The minimum attendance required for the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical

Chemistry course is at least 75% at all small group teaching sessions. Small group teaching is described as practicals, workshops, tutorials, CAL sessions and PBL sessions. This list is not exhaustive and may be expanded from time to time.

2.2 Absence from any of these small group teaching sessions as described in Section 2.1 must be supported by valid documentary evidence, which is to be submitted to the Academic Services Department within

Valid documentary evidence is defined as certified medical certificates, police reports and any legal

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two working days from the first day of absence. Such documentary evidence may be accepted subject to the discretion of the Dean of the School of Pharmacy.

2.3 Failure to achieve the minimum attendance as stipulated in Section

2.1 may result in the student being barred from sitting the relevant examination(s) required for progress in the course (See Section 18.1 on Code of Conduct). The student is then required to repeat the module with full attendance with the next cohort of students.

2.4 Absence from class tests or End of Semester Examinations without valid documentary evidence* will be regarded as having failed the respective class test or End of Semester Examination (with zero score). In the case of End of Semester Examinations, the Resit Examination (if permitted to do so) undertaken by the student, shall be regarded as the second attempt. There shall be no resit for class tests or CAL tests.

2.5 Upon acceptance of the reason(s) for absence from an End of Semester Examination by the Faculty Board and endorsement by the IMU Senate, the student shall be allowed to take the Resit Examination as the first attempt.

3.0 Types of Modules

There are four (4) types of modules in the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme. These are the Compulsory modules, Core Major modules, Basic Major modules and Elective Major modules (Please refer to Table 1).

Table 1: Breakdown of Credit Units for the BSc (Hons)

Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme Type of Modules Credit Hours

Compulsory modules * MPU-U1

* MPU-U2 (English) * MPU-U3 (Work-Life Balance in Global and Malaysian Perspective) * MPU-U4 (Soft skills for higher

education)

6 2 2 2

Core Major modules (See Appendix B) 107

Basic Major modules

Communication Skills Ethics in Science

Introduction to Business Management

2 1 2

Elective Major modules Selectives

Industrial Training

2 4


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Total Credit Units 130 *MPU modules (MPU U1, U2, U3 and U4) are modules made mandatory by the Ministry of Higher Education. All students must pass these modules in order to graduate. For MPU U1 subjects, Malaysian students are required to take Ethinic Relations (3 credits) and Islamic/Asian Civilization (TITAS) (3 credits), whereas International students are required to take Malaysian studies (3 credits) and Malay language communication 3 (3 credits). In addition, Malaysian students who have not obtained a credit in their SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A.

3.1 In order to complete the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme, the student has to pass all Core Major, Basic Major, Elective Major and compulsory modules.

3.2 The minimum credits a student requires in order to graduate with a BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry is 130.

4.0 Compulsory Modules

4.1 Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) modules are modules made mandatory by Malaysia Qualifications Agency. 4.2 The Private Higher Educational Institution Act 1996 (Act 555) Section 43 under the Malaysian Education policy requires students to attend four (4) categories of MPU modules; U1, U2, U3 and U4 (See Table 1). 4.3 For U1 modules, Malaysian students are required to take Hubungan Etnik (Ethnic Relations) (3 credits) and Tamadun Islam Dan Tamadun Asia (Islamic and Asian Civilization) (3 credits), whereas International students are required to take Pengajian Malaysia (Malaysian Studies) (3 credits) and Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 (Malay Language Communication 3) (3 credits). 4.4 Malaysian students who have not obtained a credit in their SPM Bahasa Melayu are compulsory to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A as one of the modules under U2 category. 4.5 Students attendance at these compulsory modules is mandatory. Those who failed at any attempt will normally be allowed to resit the examination, or register for another module offered within the same MPU category with attendance. 4.6 Students are required to pass all MPU modules in order to graduate. However, marks from the modules will not be counted towards cGPA.


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5.0 Core Major modules

The Core Major modules are the modules that a student has to take and pass successfully in order to progress to the next semester and graduate (See Appendix B). These modules form the bulk of the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme and the core understanding of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The marks obtained from these modules will be used to calculate the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) (See Section 9.0 on Grading of Results).

6.0 Basic Major modules

Communication Skills, Ethics in Science and Introduction to Business Management are classified as Basic Major modules. These modules are examined by the Continuous Assessment only and they will be graded as Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. Failure in these modules does not impede progression to the next semester. However, the students are required to pass these modules with Satisfactory grade in order to graduate. Students who fail at any attempt are allowed to resit the examination. The grades gained from these modules are not taken into consideration for the calculation of CGPA.

7.0 Elective Major modules

Selectives and Industrial Training are classified as Elective Major modules. While Selectives are offered as choices to the student in Semesters 5, Industrial Training is compulsory for the student which is to be taken in short Semester after Semester 6. The student has to take one of the Selectives in Semesters 5. These Elective Major modules are examined by the Continuous Assessment only. Failure in these modules does not impede progression to the next semester. However, the students are required to pass these modules in order to graduate. For the Selectives, students who fail at any attempt are allowed to resit the examination. For the Industrial Training, students who fail at any attempt are allowed to undergo the training again. The grades gained from these modules are not taken into consideration for the calculation of CGPA.


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8.0 Assessments

There are two (2) components of assessments in the Core Major modules Continuous Assessment and End of Semester Examination. Together, these assessments are used to determine the degree of competence each student has achieved. In order to pass any module, the student must achieve at least 50% (marks) from the combined score of Continuous Assessment and End of Semester Examination. The student who achieves a score lower than 50% will be deemed to have failed the module and will have to undergo a Resit Examination (See Section 8.4 on Assessment Resit Examinations). The exceptions to the rule are listed in Appendix A.

8.1 Assessments Continuous Assessment The Continuous Assessment is built into the modules as a way to determine the performance of the student during the course. The manner in which the course is continuously assessed is outlined in the individual Module Guide. Continuous Assessment may be divided into various categories such as class test, CAL test, presentations, practicals, PBL sessions, etc. This list is indicative but not exhaustive.

8.2 Failure to attend any class test and CAL test (without valid

documentary evidence) that contributes marks to the Continuous Assessment will render the absentee a mark of zero (0) for that session. However, on submission of valid documentary evidence (See Sect

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