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Faculty of
Medical Sciences
Welcome! The Faculty of Medical Sciences offers a range of
graduate programme covering several disciplines.
Clinical Programmes
There are 20 DM clinical training programmes which are residen-

cy based. These are: Anaesthesia & Intensive Care, Haematol-
ogy, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics,
Pathology (Anatomical and Clinical), Psychiatry, Radiology, Sur-
gery (General, Emergency Medicine, Orthopaedics, Cardiotho-
racic, ORL, Ophthalmology, Urology, Neurosurgery).
The duration of the programmes range from four to seven years

depending on the specialty. They are open to persons with a
medical degree and registerable with the medical Council of Ja-
maica, and in an appointed post. Each programme has a coor-
dinator named by the Head of the Department and is managed
at the Faculty level by Specialty Boards and the FMS Committee
for Graduate Studies.
Research Degrees
Taught Clinical Programmes

The Faculty predominantly through the Basic Medical Sciences
More recently, the Faculty has introduced clinical masters in re- (BMS) offers research degrees at the MPhil and PhD levels.
sponse to the needs of the Region. Currently there are three such Many of these degrees have a strong laboratory focus and all are
programmes the Sports Medicine, Sports and Exercise Medicine governed by the UWI regulations governing research degrees.
Physiotherapy and Medical Microbiology. These programmes in- There are also MPhil/PhD programmes in Public Health and Nu-
clude taught courses as well as either practica or lab work. trition. There are joint research projects between the BMS group
and the clinical disciplines which increasingly contribute to the
These programmes are governed both by the UWI Regulations development of new pharmaceutical and new approaches.
and Faculty Regulations specific to each programme and ap-

proved by the Board for Graduate Studies and Research. Nursing
Taught Masters Within the Faculty there has been growth and expansion of post-
graduate nursing education. Nursing currently offer Masters level
There are a number of taught Masters programmes in the Faculty training in Education, Administration, Family Nurse Practitioner,
Nutrition, Public Health, Counselling and the recently introduced Mental Health and the recently introduced Gerontological Clinical
Forensic Sciences. Nurse.

Professor Verene Shepherd
Director of Institute/Centre
There are a number of taught Masters programmes in the Dean: Professor Archibald McDonald,
Faculty Nutrition, Public Health, Counselling and the recently MBBS, DM (Surg) UWI, FRCSEd, FACS
introduced Forensic Sciences.
DEPARTMENT OF BASIC of research areas. Research includes the biochem-
MEDICAL SCIENCES istry and neuroscience of drug addiction, Alzheimers

disease, diabetes, pharmacology of natural prod-
Head: Professor Wayne McLaughlin BSc Water- ucts, reproductive toxicology and biology, cancer,
loo, PhD UWI molecular pathology among others. Some of the

significant research achievements of the department
The Department currently offers undergraduate, include the understanding the biochemistry of ackee
postgraduate and professional programmes to poisoning, isolation and identification of hypoglycin
medical, basic medical and allied health profession- and the development of Canasol<@210> eye drops
als in the Faculty of Medical Sciences, and offers for glaucoma.
undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to

The Department offers research programmes lead-
science students in the Faculty of Pure and Applied
FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

ing to MPhil and PhD Degrees in:
Sciences.
Anatomy, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharma-
cology and Physiology and MSc Degree in Forensic
The principal teaching objectives of the Depart-
Science
ment of Basic Medical Sciences at the undergradu-
ate level is the training of medical student in the MB
Normally, for research degrees all students register
BS programme, basic medical sciences students in
for an MPhil Degree, in the first instance, but after
the BB Med Sci programme, and physical therapy
one year it is possible to transfer to PhD registra-
students in the BSc Physical Therapy programme
tion. Transfer involves presentation of an Upgrade
within the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS), and
Seminar, judged by an Assessment Committee,
the training of science students in the Faculty of
constituted as prescribed by the regulations of the
Pure and Applied Sciences (FPAS) leading to BSc in
School for Graduate Studies and Research. The
Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology.
Committees report and recommendation has to be
The Department also assists in the training of allied
approved by the Board.
health professionals such as nurses and nursing an-
aesthetist students.
The MSc Degree in Forensic Science is a taught
masters and takes one year on a full-time basis.
The Department offers postgraduate training pro-
The MPhil Degree normally takes a minimum of
grammes leading to the MPhil and PhD degrees in
two years of intensive research on a full-time basis.
Anatomy, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Phar-
The PhD Degree usually takes a minimum of three
macology, Physiology and Physical Therapy. The
years full-time. The award of both the MPhil and
capabilities, research interests, facilities and human
PhD degrees are based on the submission of a the-
resource provide strategic opportunities in a number
G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 3

sis, and a public seminar, plus a viva voce exami- DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONS
nation for the PhD Degree only.
A Departmental Examination is deemed necessary

GENERAL ENTRY where a candidate is considered to be deficient in
knowledge of the subject.
The requirement for direct admission to the MSc
Graduate Programme is a BSc (Hon) Degree The candidate is required to follow a prescribed
(Lower Second Class) with a minimal cumulative programme specified by the Board of Graduate
GPA of 2.0. The requirement for direct admission Studies and research on the recommendation of
to the MPhil/PhD Graduate Programme is a BSc the Head of Department.
(Hon) Degree (First or Second Class) in the rel-
evant subject. However, where a candidate does
SPECIAL AREAS OF RESEARCH
not hold a BSc Degree in the relevant subject, he or

The current areas of staff interest, in each section
she may be considered for admission subject to:
from which prospective graduate students may
choose their area of work are as follows:
QUALIFYING EXAMINATIONS
ANATOMY
A qualifying examination is deemed necessary
where the Board for Graduate Studies may be in
Gross Anatomy
doubt of the applicants suitability for admission.
Histology
Embryology
The candidate is required to follow a prescribed
Neuroanatomy
qualifying course(s), and writing a qualifying exami-
Reproductive biology
nation, that includes a written examination, an oral
Teratology
examination, and a review paper, not exceeding
5000 words, in a specialist area prescribed by the
BIOCHEMISTRY
Head of Department/Supervisor/ Supervisory Com-
mittee.
Diabetiology
Environmental Microbiology and Biochemistry
The candidate must achieve an overall minimum
Industrial Fermentation
pass mark of 50%.
Medical Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Natural Products and Plant Biochemistry


MOLECULAR BIOLOGY sion, Sickle cell disease, Systemic Lupus Erythema-
Genetic predisposition to chronic diseases tosus (SLE) and Pre-eclampsia
Genetics of athletic performance MPhil, PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology
Molecular Microbiology
Molecular Plant Pathology Programme Objectives
Molecular Plant Breeding To train competent and problem-solving researchers
Plant-Microbe Interactions for industry, biomedical sciences and academia.
PHARMACOLOGY Entry Requirements

BSc Degree with at least an Upper Second Class
Choline supplementation on brain development Honours or equivalent from a recognized university.
Pharmacological investigation of plant-derived
products. Areas of Research

Experimental diabetes mellitus Biochemistry: Human, Plant
Kindled convulsions Human Molecular Biology
Regulation of tracheobronchial smooth tone. Molecular Plant Pathology
Toxicology Molecular Entomology
Nitric oxide as a modulator of smooth muscle con- Industrial and Environmental Microbiology
tractility. Molecular Microbiology
Effects of alcohol on cardiac functions Molecular Genetics
Drug receptors and ion channels Post Harvest Biochemistry
Use of Natural Products in the treatment of
PHYSIOLOGY Diabetes
Yam: Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Gastrointestinal physiology
Endocrinology, Reproduction, Thyroid, Pancreatic Seminars
physiology At least 1 Departmental seminar/year
Cardiovascular Physiology
Exercise and stress Physiology Duration of programme
Electrophysiology and behavioural neuroscience 3 - 5 years part time/2 - 3 years full time for MPhil
Electrophysiological evaluation of brain function Degrees.
Physiological assays of bioactive natural products 5 - 7 years part time/3 - 5 years full time for PhD
Haemorheological and haemodynamic changes in Degrees.Course (core)
chronic diseases, e.g. Diabetes mellitus, Hyperten-

COURSE
Course Course Name No. of Credits
Code
BC60B Understanding Research6

BC60B Understanding Research
Course Description: This course is designed to in- 3.Demonstrate professional values, concepts and
troduce new graduate students to the main elements ethics
of the research process, many of which are taken
for granted. The course will ground the students in 4.Provide expert testimony in the court
concepts such as research methodology (especially
in developing and proving hypotheses), reviewing 5. Demonstrate integration of knowledge and skills

literature, and presentation of material, statistical through a variety of experiences and tools such
analyses to determine significance, professional re- as comprehensive examinations, thesis, and
search ethics, biochemical calculations and separa- research project.
tion techniques. The course will also introduce the
students to bioinformatics. Entry Requirements
The minimal admission criteria for the program are
Department Contact Information: 876 927 2290, outlined below:
935 8794, 977 4342 (Tel), 876 977 7852 (Fax)
i. BSc degree with a minimal cumulative GPA of 2.0
MSc Forensic Science (Lower Second Class Honours) from a recognized
post-secondary institutionor
Specializations/Options:
ii. Medical Degree (Candidates for Forensic
(1) Forensic Chemistry, (2) Forensic Molecular Biol- Pathology and Anthropology)
ogy, (3) Forensic Pathology & Anthropology and (4)
Forensic Toxicology The following coursework must have been passed
at the undergraduate level:
Programme Objectives:
On completion of this programme students are ex- i. Two semesters of Level-1 Chemistry. Two
pected to: semesters of Level-2 Chemistry (including Ana
lytical Chemistry) for candidates intending to pur
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the areas that sue Forensic Chemistry.
are essential to forensic science
ii. One semester of Statistics/Biostatistics.
2. Apply basic forensic science concepts to problem
solving necessary for success in a modern iii.Two semesters of Level-1 Biology/Genetics
forensic science laboratory

Seminars: Minimum 2 seminars
Duration of programme: 12 months F/T; 18 months P/T
Programme Structure
The programme combines rigorous scientific and laboratory training with exposure to the breath of forensic
science disciplines and further specialization in one of the following four areas: forensic chemistry, forensic
molecular biology, forensic pathology and anthropology, and forensic toxicology. Students will also be trained
in statistical evaluation of forensic evidence, legal testimony related to testing procedures, results and in-
terpretations, proper chain of custody procedures, expert witness courtroom testimony, report writing, good
laboratory practices and the value of professional ethics. The format will include lectures, practical sessions,
seminars, tutorials and a research project.
The Master of Science degree requirements are met upon satisfactory completion of the minimum of 37 cred-
its of which 24 credits make up the core courses for all disciplines. Thirteen (13) credits are specific to the
disciplines of forensic chemistry, forensic molecular biology, forensic pathology and anthropology, or forensic
toxicology. Students are allowed to take an additional 6 credits outside the area of their specialization.
COURSES
Course Course Name No. of Credits Course
Code Weighting
FSCI6101 Fundamentals of Forensic Science 3 1
FSCI6102 Crime Scene Management 3 1
FSCI6103 Forensic Laboratory Quality Assurance 2 1
FSCI6201 Legal and Ethical Issues in Forensic Science 3 1
FSCI6202 Moot Court 2 1
FSCI6301 Statistical Analysis of Forensic Evidence 3 1
FSCI6401 Research Methods & Project 6 2
FSCI6402 Graduate Seminar 2 1

COURSES
Code Weighting
FSCI6302 Population Genetics 3 1
FSCI6501 Forensic Chemistry I 3 1
FSCI6502 Forensic Chemistry II 3 1
FSCI6503 Forensic Chemistry Analysis Laboratory 2 1
FSCI6601 Forensic Serology 3 1
FSCI6602 Forensic Serology Laboratory 2 1

FSCI6603 Forensic Molecular Biology 3 1
FSCI6604 Forensic Molecular Biology Laboratory 2 1
FSCI6701 Forensic Anthropology 3 1
FSCI6702 Forensic Anthropology Laboratory 2 1
FSCI6703 Forensic Pathology I 3 1
FSCI6704 Forensic Pathology II 3 1
FSCI6705 Forensic Pathology Laboratory 2 1
FSCI6801 Forensic Toxicology I 3 1
FSCI6802 Forensic Toxicology II 3 1
FSCI6803 Forensic Toxicology Laboratory 2 1
FSCI6101 Fundamentals of Forensic Science
Course Objectives
This course will provide a broad introduction to forensic science, the history and overview of the disciplines.
Students will be introduced to the theory, concepts and practices used in the analysis of biological and physi-
cal evidence, analysis of drugs, forms of trace evidence, document examination, identification of biological
fluids, personal identification, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), chain of custody procedures, the fo-
rensic laboratory, expert testimony and the fundamentals of crime scene investigation. The importance of

application of forensic science to the criminal justice sic science disciplines.
system also its role in international human rights is-
sues, identification the victims of genocide and mass FSCI6201 Legal and Ethical Issues in Forensic
disasters will also be discussed. Guest lecturers will Science
be invited to cover selected topics. Throughout the
semester students will be provided with case stud- Course Objectives
ies and journal articles and be expected to read and
prepare for discussions It is important for forensic scientists to have a thor-
ough understanding of the legal and ethical under-
FSCI6102 Crime Scene Management pinnings for their work. These are important in estab-
lishing and maintaining a responsible and reputable
Course Objectives forensic science service. The role that a forensic sci-
entist plays in the litigation process will be discussed.

This course will provide an in-depth study of crime Students will learn the appropriate guidelines for
scene procedures including recognition, protec- professionalism and conduct in expert witnessing.
tion, documentation techniques, and collection of Students will also be exposed to both the general
biological and physical evidence; crime scene docu- principles that underlie the criminal and constitution-
mentation (photography, crime scene sketching, in- al law as well as to some specific crimes recognised
formation gathering, report writing, measurements, by the criminal law. Legal rules regarding the search
fingerprint processing, blood pattern analysis, bal- and seizure of physical evidence, standards of reli-
listics, scene search procedures; and reconstruc- ability and relevance of scientific evidence in court,
tions from evidence and scene patterns), chain of the scientific interpretations and analysis of physical
custody. Scene investigations will include burglary, evidence and the development and application of
homicide, arson, motor vehicle, and sudden and un- professional codes of ethics will also be discussed.
explained death. Throughout the semester students Several case studies will be used.
will be provided with journal articles and be expected
to read and prepare for discussions. FSCI6202 Moot Court
FSCI6103 Forensic Laboratory Quality Assurance Course Objectives
Course Objectives This interactive course builds upon the material dis-
cussed in Legal and Ethical Issues in Forensic Sci-
To introduce the principles of quality assurance, cur- ence regarding the criminal trial process, the role of
rent industry standards for quality systems in foren- the forensic witness and the presentation of scien-

tific testimony and physical evidence in court. Stu- Weinberg equilibrium, race and ethnicity. Through-
dents will actively participate in presenting testimony out the semester students will be provided with jour-
as well as critiquing the performance of others in a nal articles and be expected to read and prepare for
mock court setting. Instructors will utilize reports and class discussions.
projects prepared in other courses to provide the
subject matter for the students testimony. FSCI6401 Research Methods and Project
FSCI6301 Statistical Analysis of Forensic Evidence Course Objectives
Course Objectives Laboratory research in forensic science subject ar-

eas. The original research problem will be written up
This course will discuss the statistical and probabi- as a formal document and submitted as part of the

listic evaluation of forensic evidence. Among the ar- requirements to fulfill a Master of Science degree.
eas to be covered are: laws of probability, conditional Data generated from research will form the basis for
probability, genetic variation in human populations, the Graduate Seminars (FSCI 6402). Students will
likelihood ratio, Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, Bayes be exposed to research methodologies prior to start-
theorem, evaluation of evidence, sampling and in- ing their project. Students will be required to perform
terpretation of statistical results. Statistical analysis their research in semester 2 and during the summer.
in transfer evidence, paternity testing and mixtures, Research can be performed on campus or at an ex-
and presenting evidence. ternal laboratory/ agency.
FSCI6402 Graduate Seminar

FSCI6302 Population Genetics
Course Objectives
Course Objectives
A seminar series involving presentations from stu-
Population genetics provides the background for the dents on their research project, journal articles, case
forensic scientist to understand the importance of reviews and from invited speakers. Each student
population size, migration, mating, alleles and geno- will also be required to present a one-hour seminar
types in DNA profiling and using DNA databases. on the results of their research. Attendance at all
This course will examine the principles of popula- seminars is compulsory.
tion genetics and the practical application of these
principles to understanding genetic variation within
and between populations, the significance of Hardy-

FSCI 6501 Forensic Chemistry I of identifying and comparing known trace evidence
materials with questioned samples.
Course Objectives
FSCI 6601 Forensic Serology
This course emphasizes the use of various sensi-
tive analytical techniques including pyrolysis-GCMS, Course Objectives
micro-FTIR, GPC, capillary electrophoresis, spec-
troscopy and microscopy in the analysis of trace evi- A comprehensive study of the theory and practice
dence including paint, inks, dyes, fibers, explosives of isoenzyme, serum protein and immunoglobulin
and plastics. Tool marks and serial number resto- genetic markers in human blood and body fluids.
ration, footwear and tyre mark impression evidence Electrophoretic and isoelectric focusing techniques.
will be presented. Throughout the semester students Interpretation of genetic marker in blood individual-
will be provided with journal articles and be expected ization. Biochemical and immunologic procedures
to read and prepare for class discussions. for blood and body fluid identification; typing of Rh,
MNSs and other red cell antigens in blood and blood
FSCI 6502 Forensic Chemistry II stains; antiserum selection and evaluation; ELISA
techniques. Throughout the semester students will
Course Objectives be provided with journal articles and be expected to
read and prepare for class discussions.
This course will introduce students to the investiga-
tion of arson and fire investigations. Students will FSCI 6602 Forensic Serology Laboratory
also be introduced to explosive materials and the
investigations of explosions. Sampling protocols, Laboratory Objectives
packaging, recovery, analytical techniques and data
analysis will also be discussed. Students will be given an opportunity to apply the
principles of forensic serology to actual biological
FSCI 6503 Forensic Chemistry Laboratory samples. Techniques utilized will include screen-
ing tests, methods used to confirm the presence of
Laboratory Objectives specific biological material(s), microcrystalline tests,
catalytic color tests, antigen-antibody interactions,
This laboratory-based course will provide hands-on gel diffusion and microscopic identification of cel-
experience with the methods, techniques and in- lular material. Serology cases will be assigned to
struments used to analyze trace evidence such as each student where they are expected to analyse
glass, paint, hairs and fibers, with the ultimate goal the case, write a report, and present their findings

at seminars. man DNA quantification, PCR amplification of STR
loci, electrophoresis and DNA profile analysis. DNA
FSCI6603 Forensic Molecular Biology cases will be assigned to each student where they
are expected to analyse the case, write a report, and
Course Objectives present their findings at seminars.
This course will discuss the theory and application FSCI 6701 Forensic Anthropology
of human genetics and molecular biology to testing
of biological evidence. DNA structure, replication Course Objectives
and organization of the human genome and types
of genetic variation occurring in humans will be cov- A comprehensive study of the bones and teeth of
ered. The history of DNA analysis and current PCR the human skeleton emphasizing methods of iden-

based methods for testing of autosomal STR loci, Y tification, construction of the biological profile (age,
chromosome STR loci and mitochondrial DNA will sex, ancestry, stature), and trauma analysis. This
be covered. Case examples with commonly encoun- course will present the methods and theory behind
tered forensic issues, such as degradation, mixture the analysis of skeletal remains from medico-legal
analysis, artifacts in PCR testing, DNA profile inter- contexts. Topics will include human skeletal anato-
pretation, statistical analysis of results and selecting my, odontology, establishing the biological profile,
the appropriate DNA test based on the case scenario trauma analysis, taphonomy, and how anthropologi-
and serological results will be discussed. Advanced cal analyses can assist the pathologist with deter-
DNA topics including SNPs, microbial DNA, mito- mining cause and manner of death. In addition to the
chondrial DNA, and cutting-edge DNA technologies text books, students will be provided with journal ar-
will be covered. Throughout the semester students ticles throughout the semester and will be expected
will be provided with journal articles and be expected to read and prepare for class discussions.
to read and prepare for class discussions.
FSCI6702 Forensic Anthropology Laboratory
FSCI6604 Forensic Molecular Biology Laboratory
Laboratory Objectives
Students will learn how to identify osseous mate-
Students will be exposed to state-ofthe-art instru- rial from non-osseous material, differentiate human
mentation such as capillary electrophoresis, PCR from non-human bone, and determine the medico-
and real-time PCR instruments. Laboratory sessions legal significance of human remains. Students will
will include several DNA extraction techniques, hu- use gross morphology, odontology and osteometry

(measurement of bones) to develop the biological vided with journal articles and expected to read and
profile (sex, age, ancestry, stature). Students will prepare for class discussions.
be provided with the opportunity to observe different
types of skeletal trauma and evaluate the effects of FSC 6705 Forensic Pathology Laboratory
taphonomic changes to bone.
FSC 6703 Forensic Pathology I Forensic Pathology taught with a strong emphasis
on practical learning, with students undertaking a set
Course Objectives number of autopsies under supervision. Students
This course will focus on the role of the medical will be required to draft a clear and comprehensive
practitioner in the investigation of crime and death. autopsy report that will accurately communicate to
Students will be exposed to theoretical knowledge the relevant authorities, the cause, mechanism and
and practical skills relating to the medico-legal in- manner of death.

vestigation of wounds and death and will be taught
to observe and analyse evidence at death scenes. FSCI 6801 Forensic Toxicology I
Other elements of forensic pathology will include au-
topsy techniques, interpretation of autopsy findings, Course Objectives
taking into account crime scene information and Forensic toxicology I will deal with qualitative and
medical history, determining post-mortem interval, quantitative analysis of biological specimens for the
death by drowning, asphyxia and by suicide; sudden presence of alcohol, drugs (marijuana, cocaine, the
and unexpected deaths. Throughout the semester major opiates, the common hallucinogens and am-
students will be provided with journal articles and be phetamines), and/or poisons and their correspond-
expected to read and prepare for class discussions. ing metabolites. The principles of pharmacodynam-
ics and pharmacokinetics as they apply to forensic
FSCI 6704 Forensic Pathology II toxicology, the molecular mechanisms of toxicity,
drug toxicity, toxins and poisons, drug classifications
Course Objectives will also be discussed. An overview of analytical
Instruction will include techniques of forensic odon- methods used in the analysis of drugs and toxins
tology and anthropology that are used to support fo- e.g. GC, TLC, GC/MS, LC/MS and HPLC will be dis-
rensic pathology, particularly in identifying unknown cussed. Throughout the semester students will be
remains. Topics related to drugs and drug related provided with journal articles and expected to read
deaths, physical abuse of children, child sexual and prepare for class discussions.
abuse and sexual offenses in adults will also be cov-
ered. Throughout the semester students will be pro-

COURSE
Course Name Duration
Year I Introduction to Anaesthesia 10 wks
Anaesthesia in special patients “
Regional & Emergency “
Anaesthesia Pharmacology
Year II
Physiology, Anatomy, Physics
& Clinical Measurement of:
Respiratory System

Cardiovascular System

Neurological & Gastrointestinal Systems
Renal, Haematological & Endocrine Stystems
Year III-IV Clinical Rotations
ICU 6 months

Neuroanaesthesia 3 months

Obstetric anaesthesia 3 months

Paediatric anaesthesia 3 months

Cardiothoracic anaesthesia 3 months

Ac & Chronic Pain 3 months

Research 6 months

Department Contact Information: to do one of the two three-month A&E periods in
Section of Anaesthesia & Intensive CareUHWI, the fourth year at an approved emergency room
Mona, Kingston 7Tele: 1 876 977 2484Fax: 1 876 in a regional or international teaching hospital. A
977 6160 maximum of 6 months may be spent outside of the
Email: [email protected] Caribbean (A&E and elective). Overseas elective
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Hyacinth Harding- rotations can be undertaken with the approval of
Goldson the Coordinator of the Emergency Medicine Resi-
dency Program.
DM Emergency Medicine
Qualifying exams are administered after two years
Programme Objectives: To train the candidate to (Part I) and then the exit (Part II) exam.
Consultant level so that he/she may be capable of
running an Emergency Department and able to Yearly rotations for D.M. Emergency Medicine
care for the varying emergencies that may present. programme
Entry Requirements: Year 1

Graduate of a Medical school recognized by the A&E (6)
University of the West Indies who has completed Anaesthetics (3).
internship training. Paediatrics (3)
Year 2
Duration of programme: Four years A&E (6)
Programme Structure: Medicine (3)
The postgraduate Emergency Medicine Programme Surgery (3)
is a four-year residency programme starting in July Year 3
(Mona) or January of each year. Six months of A&E (6)
each year are spent in emergency room rotations. 3) Orthopaedics/ Radiology (3)
The other six months are spent rotating through Year 4
relevant subspecialty areas including anaesthesia, A&E (6)
child health, internal medicine, surgery, orthopae- Family Medicine (3)
dics, obstetrics and gynaecology, family medicine Orthopaedics/ Radiology (3)
and psychiatry. Anaesthesia is mandatory as an Ophthalmology (3)
early rotation to be done in the first year. However, Psych/O&G (3)
there is flexibility in the sequence of the rotations in Elective (3)
the other disciplines. Candidates are encouraged

sicians as well as to organize medical facilities for
In addition a book must be prepared over the four- large events.
year residency period consisting of ten case discus-
sions and a research project. This casebook must Programme Objectives:
be completed and submitted 6 months before final
exams. Application of applied anatomical knowledge to un-
derstand injury and recovery
In addition, all emergency medicine residents must
complete the American Heart Association Advanced Understanding of the physiological changes due
Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and American College to exercise and apply this to athletes and non-ath-
of Surgeons Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) letes.
courses by the end of their first year of training. The

Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Ad- Ability to diagnose, investigate and treat common
vanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) course is to sporting injuries
be completed during the second year of the
programme. Ability to monitor rehabilitation of injuries
Department Contact Information: Appreciation of biomechanics of walking, running

and some sports with understanding of how this
Department of Surgery (876) 927-1270Emergency leads to injury.
Medicine Division 977-0723/927-1620-9 ext 3012
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Jean Williams-John- Appreciate differences in athletes of different ages,
son gender, or condition (eg. pregnancy).
MSc Sports Medicine Appreciation of nutrition pathways and energy sys-

tems of exercise.
This modular training programme is designed to
provide fundamental skills in sports medicine and Enhance recovery through nutritional principles e.g.
exercise physiology. The course details the man- enhancement of muscle glycogen
agement of injuries, the prevention of injuries, the
use of exercise in controlling chronic diseases and Thorough understanding of effects of dehydration
provides the doctor with the expertise to impart nutri- and its prevention
tional, psychological and pharmacological guidance
to athletes. It prepares doctors to become team phy-

Ability to formulate exercise prescriptions for patients with medical conditions e.g. cardiac and rheumatoid pa-
tients
Ability to formulate exercise programmes for fitness and sports
Understanding of prohibitive drugs and techniques and World Anti-doping Agency Regulations.
Application of sports psychology and its role for individuals and teams
Demonstrate understanding in research methods and biostaticstics culminating in a research project.
Entry Requirements
Registered medical practitioners with two years professional experience.

Application
Two Referee Forms
Registration License
Transcript
Duration of programme: 2 years minimum
Programme Structure:
The design is of distance teaching through weekly topics consisting of 14 week each semester produced on
DVD. The weekly tasks would include reading material through photocopied articles, web based links for other
articles, and Videos/CD Rom didactic lectures. Questions designed to emphasis the main points of the week
will be provided in the package and answers will be provided at weeks 6 and 13. Approximately four hours will
be required to complete a weeks work. There would be teleconferences on weeks 7 and 14. At the end of the
semester, there will be a three hour written examination, conducted in the doctors own country, supervised by
a mutually agreed upon invigilator.

COURSE
Code
SPSF6001 Upper Body Injury 3
SPSF6002 Lower Body Injury 3
SPSF6003 Applied Sports Medicine 3
SPSF6004 Exercise Physiology (Medical Application of Exercise)
SPSF6005 Sports Physiology 3
SPSF6006 Sports Science 3

SPSF6007 Sports Nutrition/Biomechanics 3
SPSF6009 Sports Psychology/Pharmacology 3
SPSF6011 Research Methods/Biostatics 3
SPSF6012 Research Projects 3
SPSF613 Practicum I 2
SPSF6014 Practicum II 2
Upper Body Injuries (SPSF 6001) Applied Sports Medicine (SPSF6003
Functional anatomy of head, neck, trunk and upper Investigations of sports injuries
limb Prevention of sports injuries
Common sporting injuries of this region: mecha- Rehabilitation
nism and pathogenesis Paediatric sports medicine
Investigation and management of these injuries Team doctor and events coordinator including legal
aspects
Lower Body Injuries (SPSF 6002) Advances in sports enhancement; genetics
Functional anatomy of abdomen, pelvis and lower Exercise Physiology (Medical Application of Exer-
limbs cise) (SPSF6004)
Common sporting injuries of this region: mecha-
nism and pathogenesis Exercise physiology of cardiovascular system
Investigation and management of these injuries Fitness testing

ECG and stress testing Athletes on prescribed medications
Benefits of exercise in chronic conditions e.g. dia- Performance enhancement drugs
betes, hypertension WADA anti-doping regulations and lists
Pregnancy and exercise The doctors bag
Sports Physiology (SPSF6005) Research Methods and Biostatistics (SPSF6011)
Exercise and respiratory function including exercise Medical epidemiology

induced asthma Questionnaires
Temperature regulation Basic statistics
Adaptations to different climates; underwater, high Application of statistical software e.g. SPSS
altitude Preparation for research project
Sleep physiology, and traveling adjustments
Research Project (SPSF6012)
Sports Science (SPSF6006)
Formulation of research project and guidance

Muscle anatomy, physiology and function through its execution and writing
Training mechanisms for strength and endurance
Factors comprising fitness testing Practicum I (SPSF6013)
Endocrine aspects of exercise
To be held at Mona campus (one week)
Sports Nutrition/Biomechanics (SPSF6007) Examination techniques, group discussions and
practical points on upper limb and thorax.
Fluid requirements and dehydration
Fluid regimes and sports drinks Practicum II (SPSF6014)
Energy requirements and sources
Nutritional components in sports enhancement To be held at Mona campus (one week)
Eating disorders Examination techniques, group discussions and
Biomechanics of walking and running including gait practical points on lower limb and back.
analysis
Biomechanics of throwing Contact Information:
Sports specific biomechanics: swimming, cricket MSc Sports MedicineFaculty of Medical Science-
bowling, cycling sUWI, MonaTelephone: 927-1620 ext 3051 or
Shoes and orthotics 977-6714
Sports Psychology/Pharmacology (SPSF6009) Programme Coordinator: Dr. Akshai Mansingh
Psychology of the successful athlete

Performance enhancing techniques; goal setting, MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine Physiotherapy
imagery
Anxiety disorders Programme Objectives:
Team dynamics
Psychology in recovery from injuries Apply knowledge of anatomy to the understanding
Pharmacokinetics of injury and recovery

Demonstrate an understanding of the physiological conditions e.g. diabetes mellitus, hypertension,
changes due to exercise and apply this to athletes ischaemic heart disease, osteoporosis, arthritis,
and non-athletes. and renal failure.
Diagnose and treat common minor sporting injuries Appreciate the use of exercise in the promotion of
Recognize major injuries and appropriately refer to healthy lifestyles in all populations
physicians
Demonstrate understanding and application of
Implement and monitor progress of rehabilitation of research methods and biostatistics culminating in a
injuries research project.
Demonstrate an appreciation of the biomechanics Entry Requirements (MSc Sports and Exercise
of walking, running and other sports with an under- Medicine - Physiotherapy):
standing of how this leads to injury.
Application

Appreciate differences in athletes of different ages,
gender, or condition (eg. pregnancy). Candidates with a minimum of lower second class
pass in the Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy
Demonstrate an understanding of nutrition path- will be eligible for admission into the programme.
ways and energy systems of exercise. Those with degrees and diplomas awarded from a
University other than UWI will be admitted on the
Understand methods of enhancing recovery basis of a transcript evaluation to determine prior
through the application of nutritional principles e.g. knowledge and level of training. Candidates should
enhancement of muscle glycogen be fully registered in their country of practice. Can-
didates with Diplomas in Physical Therapy (UHWI)
Understand the effects of dehydration and its pre- awarded prior to 2004 will also be considered on
vention the basis of a transcript evaluation to determine
prior knowledge and level of training. Whereas
Formulate and supervise exercise programmes for involvement in Sports and Exercise medicine is
fitness and sports preferred, it is not absolutely necessary for consid-
eration.
Understanding of prohibitive drugs and doping
methods used in sports. In depth understanding of Two Referee Forms
the World Anti-doping Agency Regulations. Registration License
Transcript
Apply the knowledge of sports psychology to the
management of individuals and teams Duration of programme: 2 years minimum
Formulate and supervise exercise prescriptions Programme Structure:

for patients with medical conditions e.g. cardiac The modular distance training course is delivered
patients, diabetics, hypertensive patients through DVDs containing coursework, lectures and
demonstrations. There are 9 courses as well as 4
Demonstrate an understanding of the role of ex- practica held initially at Mona but can be addition-
ercise in the prevention or control of many chronic ally held in other territories.

Evaluation for each course takes place through a written examination in the candidates home territory. A final
Objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) on practical aspects of the course will be conducted follow-
ing the last practicum. Log book notations of other practical aspects are to be maintained.
COURSES (Core)
Course Course Name No. of Credits Semester
SPPT6101 1. Upper Body 3 1,2, Summer
SPPT6102 2. Lower Body 3 1,2, Summer
SPPT6103 3. Applied Sports Medicine 3 1,2, Summer
SPPT6104 4. Exercise Physiology 3 1,2, Summer

SPPT6105 5. Applied Exercise Physiology 3 1,2, Summer
SPPT6106 6. Exercise in Specific Conditions 3 1,2, Summer
SPPT6109 7. Sports Psychology/Biomechanics 4 1,2, Summer
SPPT6111 8. Research Methods & Biostatistics 6 1,2, Summer
SPPT6112 9. Research Project 6 1,2, Summer
SPPT6113 10. Practicum I 1 1,2, Summer
SPPT6114 11. Practicum II 1 1,2, Summer
SPPT6115 12. Practicum III 1 1,2, Summer
SPPT6116 13. Practicum IV 1 1,2, Summer
1. Upper Body
To detail the anatomy of upper body musculoskeletal system as it applies to sports and exercise medicine
To detail sports injuries to the upper body including emergencies
To highlight principles of rehabilitation of injuries and protocols of management
2. Lower Body
To detail the anatomy of lower body musculoskeletal system as it applies to sports and exercise medicine
To detail sports injuries to the lower body including emergencies
To highlight principles of rehabilitation of injuries and protocols of management

3. Applied Sports Medicine To detail unique physiology in specific chronic
diseases
The physiology of muscle function
Energy Systems in the body and their role in the To examine the relationship between physical
different types of exercise activity, health, diet, and obesity, and the role of the
Principles of training and testing specific to exercise physiotherapist in facilitating involvement in physi-
type cal activity
The role of exercise to promote wellness
Specific considerations for children involved in Introduction of the relationship between exercise
sports and medications
Effects of dehydration and its prevention
7. Sports Psychology/Biomechanics
4. Exercise Physiology
To introduce key principles of sports psychology
To highlight normal cardiovascular and respiratory and their application in motivation and behaviour

changes to exercise modification
To highlight abnormalities and pathologies in car- To outline specific methods to enhance focusing
diovascular and respiratory changes to exercise and concentration
To introduce investigations of the cardiovascular To orient the candidate to overuse conditions and
and respiratory systems. exercise addiction
To introduce principles of physical testing To inculcate basic appreciation of biomechanics of
To introduce the principles of sleep medicine different activities and sports
To highlight injuries based on biomechanical abnor-
5. Applied Exercise Physiology malities
To examine the role of the team physiotherapist and 8. Research Methods & Biostatistics
the interaction with other members of the Sports
Medicine team To introduce the principles research methodology
Orientation to legal implications and responsibilities To design a research project
in sports medicine To introduce basic statistics and analysis
To develop an appreciation for the specifics of nutri- To familiarize candidates with commercial software
tion related sports and athletes for statistical analysis
Introduction to different imaging modalities in sports
Effects of genetics on sports 9. Research Project
To develop an appreciation of medications used in
sports medicine Completion of data collection (submitted to ethics
To become familiar with anti-doping regulations in committee during Research Methods and Biostatis-
sports tics course)
Introduction to alternative and complementary
medicine in sports Statistical analysis of data
Writing of project using format of journal publication
6. Exercise in Specific Conditions (West Indies Medical Journal)
To detail unique physiology of special populations

Submission for assessment to supervisor and ex-
ternal examiner 13. Practicum IIII
This is an independent course with a pass / fail as- To examine the lower body and be familiar with
sessment special tests
Project to be no longer than 20,000 words following To discuss case descriptions on upper limb injuries
the format from the Thesis Guide of the University and formulate management protocols
of the West Indies.
10. Practicum I Department Contact Information:

To become proficient in sourcing literature from Division of Sports Medicine/FMSFaculty of Medical

online databases SciencesUWI, MonaTelephone: 927-1620 ext 3051
To formulate thoughts on the Research project or 977-6714Fax:- 702-2391
through interaction with resource persons in the Email:- [email protected]
Faculty
To view fitness battery tests Programme Director: Dr. Akshai Mansingh
To view training methods
11. Practicum II DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY

HEALTH & PSYCHIATRY
To become proficient with devising exercise proto-
cols in special populations Head: Professor Denise Eldemire-Shearer, BABish-
To work through case descriptions ops (C), MBBS, PhD UWI
To be able to set up a medical bag
To perform pre-participation screening of athletes The Department of Community Health and Psychia-
try offers the following graduate programs:
12. Practicum III
Diploma in Family Medicine
To examine the upper body and be familiar with Master of Public Health (MPH)
special tests Master of Public Health/Health Promotion (MPH/
To discuss case descriptions on upper limb injuries HP)
and formulate management protocols MPhil/PhD in Public Health

Doctorate in Public Health (DrPH) Entry Requirements
MSc Cultural Studies To be admitted to the prescribed course of study for
DM Psychiatry the Diploma of Family Medicine candidates must
PhD Clinical Psychology be:
Diploma in Family Health 1. A registered medical practitioner
Programme Objectives 2. Employed in primary health care (government or

To provide education and training in Family Medi- private) for the duration of the course and be able
cine appropriate and relevant to the health needs of to be released from duties on a regular basis to at-
the Caribbean community tend prescribed clinical sessions and at intervals for
workshops and block teaching.

To allow post-internship doctors and general practi-
tioners in the Caribbean to: 3.Computer literate and have access to an Internet-
linked computer
1. Broaden knowledge and understanding of health
and illness and their dynamics in the community in Applicants will be required to submit a written ap-
relation to the socio-economic and cultural environ- plication and may in some instances be required to
ment of the community attend an interview to be eligible for selection to the
programme
2. Enhance clinical skills necessary for the manage-
ment of common conditions seen in primary health Duration of programme
care practice
The programme runs over two academic years and
3. Enhance professional competence, attitudes, val- involves both distance/on-line sessions and face-to-
ues and behaviour that are inherent to the specialty face sessions.
of Family Medicine
Programme Structure
4. Develop attitudes and skills to allow them to work
effectively as members and leaders of a health care The award of the Diploma in Family Medicine is
team in the context of the policy and reality of the based on satisfactory completion of:
health care systems in the Caribbean.
1.12 six-week modules delivered by distance/on-
line mode


2. Family Medicine Clinical Sessions
3. Specialist Clinical Sessions
4. On-Line Clinical Seminars
5. Block Face-to-face workshops
COURSE
Code
FMMS6100 Continuing Medical Education 2
FMMS6801 Epidemiology and Evidence Based Medicine 2
FMMS6200 The Consultation and Communication 2

FMMS6700 Doctor-Patient Relationship/ Ethics 2
FMMS6400 Health Promotion, Screening and Risk Assessment 2

and Risk Assessment
Chronic Disease in Primary Care 2
FMMS6600 Sexuality and STDS 2
FMMS6500 Child and Adolescent Health 2
FMMS6201 Gender Issues in Health/ Womens Health 2
FMMS6401 Health Care of the Elderly 2
FMMS6402 Counselling 2
FMMS6803 Forensic Medical and Legal issues in Primary Care 2

FMMS6100 Continuing Medical Education sues are discussed.
(Teaching and Learning in Primary
Care) FMMS6400 Health Promotion, Screening and Risk
Assessment
Introduces the student to the principles of Adult
Education .The features of the constructivist theo- Health Promotion Concepts, Rationale and Strate-
ry of education are examined and applied to prob- gies and their application to Family Medicine Prac-
lem-based learning. Each student assesses his/her tice are examined. The student is exposed to models
learning style and develops a learning contract. of health behaviour change and the value of equip-
ping individuals with skills as part of the health pro-
FMMS6801 Epidemiology and Evidence Based motion process.
Medicine
Chronic Diseases in Primary Care

Presents the tenets of Evidence Based Medicine The common chronic diseases in the Caribbean-their
and its application to everyday practice. The role assessment and management in Family Medicine
that epidemiology plays in determining healthrelated Practice are explored. Special emphasis is placed
events is examined. Students are exposed to the ap- on the conditions of obesity, hypertension and dia-
propriate steps in clinical decision making. betes and the skills needed to assess and manage
these in a holistic way are examined. The student is
FMMS6200 The Consultation and Communication introduced to the use of protocols and guidelines in
the management of Chronic Diseases.
The elements of the medical consultation and the
importance of proper communication techniques are FMMS6600 Sexuality and STDs
presented. The seven communication transforming
principles of Roter and Hall are examined and the The student explores techniques for discussing hu-
relevance of communication to Family Medicine ex- man sexuality with his/her patients and diagnosing
amined. and treating sexual problems. The diagnosing and
management of sexually transmitted diseases in-
FMMS6700 Doctor-Patient Relationship / Ethics cluding HIV are also discussed.
The different types of Doctor-Patient Relationships FMMS6500 Child and Adolescent Health
and the importance of Ethics in Medical Practice are
presented. Important virtues of the Family Physician Important elements of child and adolescent care rel-
and various examples of contemporary ethical is- evant to the Family Physician are discussed. Areas

such as screening, immunisation, the chronically ill dealing with these issues introduced.
child and child abuse are covered. Common illness-
es in this age group are also explored. Department Contact Information:
FMMS6201 Gender Issues in Health /Womens Department of Community Health and Psychiatry1
Health Gibraltar Camp WayUniversity of the West Indies-
Mona, Kingston 7, Jamaica
The student is exposed to the cultural, religious and
historical beliefs and values that impact on gender Telephone 876 927 2476Fax 876 977 6346
socialisation with specific reference to the Caribbe-
an. Identification of gender specific health problems Programme Coordinator: Dr. Aileen Standard-Gold-
and their management are also explored. son Dr. Kristen Smith

FMMS6401 Health Care of the Elderly Master of Public Health (MPH)
The problems facing the elderly in the Caribbean Programme Objectives

are discussed and an ethical approach to the elderly
in keeping with psychosocial theories is promoted. To equip persons with the essential skills to assess
Skills in managing common problems of the elderly and manage the health of communities and to ad-
are discussed. vance and promote public health.
FMMS6402 Counselling Primary Objectives
The student is exposed to the common mental health To provide persons with fundamental and critical
diseases in the community. Guidelines and protocols skills for assessing community health problems and
for the management of common mental health prob- responding to public health challenges
lems are discussed and the principles of counselling
introduced. To enable persons to use and apply principles,
methods and analytic techniques of public health
FMMS6803 Forensic Medical and Legal Issues in and allied disciplines for the improvement of popula-
Primary Care tion health and well-being
The impact of Law on health care is explored. Impor- To enable persons to plan and manage public health
tant medico-legal issues are discussed and skills in programmes, develop and implement solutions to

the public health problems, particularly within the cludes both classroom and field activities.
context and settings of the Caribbean region
Entry Requirements The award of the Master of Public Health Degree is
based on satisfactory completion of:
To be admitted to the prescribed course of study for
the degree of Master of Public Health (MPH) candi- Coursework
dates must: Written and oral examinations
Research project
be registered medical practitioners, dental surgeons, Field Placement
or veterinary surgeons, with at least three years pro-
fessional experience preferably in Public Health af-
ter successfully completing the final examination in

their discipline; or
be graduates of an approved university with at least

three years of relevant practical experience; or
hold an approved technical or professional qualifi-
cation awarded by an approved body and approved
by this university and have had at least five years
relevant practical experience; or
have, in the opinion of the University, other qualifica-
tions of special relevance to the course and in the
opinion of the University, have had at least five years
of relevant practical experience.
Applicants will be required to submit a written ap-

plication and may in some instances be required to
attend an interview to be eligible for selection to the
programme.
Duration of programme:
This degree is offered over twelve months and in-

COURSE (Core)
Code
PUBH 6001 Research Methods I 2
PUBH 6002 Research Methods II: Project Report 6

PUBH 6101 Biostatistics I 3
PUBH 6201 Epidemiology I: Core Concepts 2
PUBH 6202 Epidemiology II: Methodological issues 2
PUBH 6301 Family Health I 3

PUBH 6302 Family Health II 2
PUBH 6401 Management I: Core Concepts 3
PUBH 6402 Management II: Policy, Planning and Programs 3
PUBH 6403 Management III: Financial Management Management 2
PUBH 6404 Management IV: Health Economics 2
PUBH 6501 Primary Health Care 2
PUBH 6601 Environment Health 2
PUBH 6602 Disaster Management 2
PUBH 6901 Health Education I: Core 2concepts and principles 2
PUBH 6003 Qualitative Research 2

COURSE (Electives)
Code
PUBH 6203 Epidemiology III: Infectious Disease Epidemiology 2
PUBH 6204 Epidemiology IV: Non- Communicable DiseaseEpidemiology 2
PUBH 6701 Community Mental Health 2
PUBH 6603 Occupational Health 2
PUBH 6905 Health Education & Health Promotion ProgramAdministration 2
PUBH6906 Communication 2
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES/MODULE: public health relevance. Both qualitative and quan-

titative measures are expected in this research. Re-
PUBH 6001 (HE60A) Research Methodology search projects of students in the Health Education
(2 credits) and Health Promotion track must in addition to the
foregoing, have a Health Promotion slant.
Covers principles involved in the writing of a research
proposal, design of investigations, methods of data PUBH 6201 (HE61A) Biostatistics (3 credits)
collection and report writing. This is followed by an
application of principles in planning and conducting This course introduces students to the field of statis-
a research project that is examined externally as tics and its application in public health. It will cover
part of the examination process. Research projects data analysis using descriptive, inferential and hy-
of students in the Health Education and Health Pro- pothesis-testing techniques. The use of the com-
motion track must have a Health Promotion slant puter in data analysis will be an important feature of
and include qualitative methods. this course.
PUBH 6002 (HE60B) Project Report (6 credits) PUBH 6201 (HE62A) Epidemiology I (2 credits)
All students are expected to apply the principles of Introduces methods of epidemiology with special
biostatistics, epidemiology and research methods reference to disease entities and conditions found
in planning and conducting research on a topic of in the Caribbean. Principles, uses and methods
of epidemiology; host-agent-environment relation-

ships, measures of disease frequency, investigation PUBH 6301(HE63A) Family Health I (3 credits)
of outbreaks, disease surveillance, aspects of com-
munity health analysis, rates and ratios, introductory Focuses on the concepts, content and approaches
demography are addressed in this course. to the provision of health care services for families
throughout the life cycle. Discussions though cen-
PUBH 6202 (HE62B) Epidemiology II (2 credits) tered around Caribbean issues are pertinent to
global situations. There is a focus on the application
Details methodological issues in epidemiology in- of those principles to real families in the community
cluding measurements, rates, risk, study designs through case studies and working with families at
and statistical methods and their value in the predic- risk.
tion and management of illnesses and diseases.
PUBH 6203 (HE62C) Infectious Epidemiology PUBH 6302 (HE63B) Family Health II (2 credits)

(2 credits)
Reinforces the concepts, content and approaches
Describes and outlines principles of prevention and to the provision of health care services for families
control of communicable diseases with special em- throughout the life cycle as covered in Family I. Con-
phasis on diseases of particular significance to the temporary issues affecting the family including vio-
Caribbean. Disease control programmes and asso- lence and rape are dealt with, not only from a theory
ciated problems are analyzed and their impact as- based perspective but course participants access
sessed and debated. and utilize state and community agencies to improve
the health and welfare of the families with which they
PUBH 6204 (HE62D) Chronic Disease work. Capacity and asset building skills for empow-
Epidemiology (2 credits) erment are taught.
Provides overview of major non-communicable and PUBH 6401 (HE64A) Health Management I
chronic diseases prevalent in the Caribbean. Re- (3 credits)
lated risk factors and methodologies, compliance
problems, nutrition and other issues and their impli- Involves didactic exploration and critique of the
cations for Health Education and Health Promotion health management process including general and
are discussed. Delineates approaches for chronic social systems theory, health service structure and
non-communicable disease reduction and control. function (national and international) and the major
steps in the planning process.

PUBH 6402 (HE64B) Management II (3 credits) ordination, international health regulations, natural
and international health agencies to primary health
Builds on concepts covered in Health Management I care. Analyses of the primary health care approach
by delving into issues relating to policy, planning and to the promotion and maintenance of health and de-
health sector reform. Participants critically analyze velopment are included.
the health care systems and significant attention is
given to how to operationalize health care systems. PUBH 6601 (HE66A) Environmental Health
( 2 credits)
PUBH 6403 (HE64C) Management III (2 credits)
Provides a general overview of environmental health,
Emphasis is placed on the development of skills and its scope and practice. Emphasis is placed on the
the practical application of Financial Management interrelationship between man and his environment
concerns in government, government accounting and the resulting impact on health. The vast dimen-
system, strategic planning process within the gov- sions of the environment including air, land and wa-
ernment of Jamaica and the Financial Cycle of Con- ter and related issues including physical, biological
trol (Budgeting). and chemical agents known to be harmful to health
are included.
PUBH 6404 (HE64D) Health Economics
(2 credits) PUBH 6701 (HE67A) Community Mental Health
(2 credits)
Introduces the key concepts, methods, applications
and issues in health economics. Emphasis is on the This course covers the concepts and principles re-
use and application of the tools and techniques of lated to mental health, the organization and delivery
health economics to planning, policy-making imple- of relevant services and the principles underlying
mentation and evaluation of programmes in the choice of service models in the Caribbean. The em-
health sector. phasis/philosophy in this course is on seeing Com-
munity Mental Health as an integrated component of
PUBH 6501 (HE65A) Primary Health Care public health services.
(2 credits)
PUBH 6602 (HE68A) Disaster Management
Reviews and discusses Alma Ata, from a health (2 credits)
sector perspective. Examines the contribution of
non-health sectors, health service structure and Highlights the importance of disaster management
functions, community participation, intersectoral co- and its relevance to public health in the Caribbean.

The course describes the essential elements for menting interventions are integral features of this
consideration in disaster management and mitiga- course.
tion. The challenges and approaches inherent in
pre-disaster, intra-disaster and post-disaster phases PUBH 6903 (HE69C) Advanced Health Education
and the role of the public health team in all phases (3credits)
are discussed. The course also includes site visits
to disaster areas and agencies involved in disaster This is a basic course for health education and pro-
management. motion specialists. This course explores the philos-
ophies, goals and principles on which health edu-
cation and health promotion are founded. It further
PUBH 6603 (HE68B) Occupational Health provides a context for practicing health education,
(2 credits) focusing on the range of responsibilities, ethical

guidelines and introduces theories and models relat-
The definitions and principles of occupational health ing to individual and community behaviour change.
and the range and classification of OH hazards and
how to manage and prevent these are detailed. Vis- PUBH 6904 (HE69D) Issues in Health Education
its to specific sites adds a practical dimension to the and Health Promotion
content covered. (2 credits)
PUBH 6901 (HE 69A) Health Education I (2 credits) Examines current trends in the field and implications
for further development and action. Topical issues
Explores the philosophies, goals and principles on are discussed and these include but are not limited
which health education and health promotion are to issues relating to chronic disease, mental health,
founded and the relevance of the health promotion dental health and ageing.
approach to Caribbean Public Health. The promo-
tion of individual responsibility and community par- PUBH 6905 (HE69E) Health Education and Health
ticipation are also covered. Promotion Programme
Administration (2 credits)
PUBH 6902 (HE69B) Health Education II (2 credits)
Analyzes resources, needs, use and organization
Provides a guide to planning implementing and of those resources to match health education and
evaluating health education and health promotion health promotion needs at all levels. This includes
programmes in a variety of settings. The value and approaches to forge partnerships, build networks
use of theories and models in planning and imple- and general collaboration at all levels.

PUBH 6003 (HE69F) Qualitative Research vance and promote public health
Processes (2 credits)
Primary Objectives
Describes and discusses various methods of quali- The Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Educa-
tative research. Emphasis is placed on the develop- tion and Health Promotion curriculum aims to facili-
ment of skills and the practical application of such tate personal and professional development in the
methods of research to health education, health pro- field of health education and health promotion for
motion and public health. persons whose career-base is in health, education,
and other relevant disciplines; enabling them to man-
PUBH 6906 (HE69G) Communication (2 credits) age health education and promotion programmes in
any setting.
Focuses on the principles and practices involved in
effective communication for mobilizing individual and Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the
community action for health. The use of integrated principles and practices of health education/health
marketing communication (including social market- promotion.
ing) as a strategy for promoting health is covered.
Plan, implement, manage and evaluate education
Department Contact Information: and health promotion programmes in any setting.
Department of Community Health and Psychiatry1
Gibraltar Camp WayUniversity of the West Indies- Develop health communication strategies and re-
Mona, Kingston 7, JamaicaEmail: Phone: 1-876- sources.
512-3637; 1-876-927-1752Fax: 1-876-977-6346
Entry Requirements
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Kenneth James To be admitted to the prescribed course of study
Dr. Janet LaGrenade for the degree of Master of Public Health (MPH) in
Health Education and Health Promotion candidates
must:
Master of Public Health in Health
Education/Health Promotion be registered medical practitioners, dental surgeons,
(MPH-HE/HP) or veterinary surgeons, with at least three years pro-
fessional experience preferably in Public Health af-
Programme Objective ter successfully completing the final examination in
To equip persons with the essential skills to assess their discipline; or
and manage the health of communities and to ad-

be graduates of an approved university with at least three years of relevant practical experience; or
hold an approved technical or professional qualification awarded by an approved body and approved by this
university and have had at least five years relevant practical experience; or
have, in the opinion of the University, other qualifications of special relevance to the course and in the opinion
of the University, have had at least five years of relevant practical experience.
Applicants will be required to submit an application and may be required to attend an interview to be eligible for
selection to the programme.
Duration of programme

This degree is offered over fifteen months and this includes twelve (12) months of classroom activities and three
(3) months internship.
Programme Structure
The award of the Master of Public Health Degree is based on satisfactory completion of:
Coursework
Written and oral examinations

Research project
Internship

COURSE (Core)
Code
PUBH 6001 Research Methods I 2
PUBH 6002 Research Methods II: Project Report 6
PUBH 6101 Biostatistics I 3
PUBH 6201 Epidemiology I: Core Concepts 2
PUBH 6202 Epidemiology II: Methodological Issues 2
PUBH 6301 Family Health I 3

PUBH 6302 Family Health II 2
PUBH 6401 Management I: Core Concepts 3
PUBH 6402 Management II: Policy, Planning and Programs 3
PUBH 6403 Management III: Financial Management 2
PUBH 6404 Management IV: Health Economics 2
PUBH 6501 Primary Health Care 2
PUBH 6601 Environment Health 2
PUBH 6602 Disaster Management 2
PUBH 6901 Health Education I: Core concepts and principles 2
PUBH 6003 Qualitative Research 2
PUBH 6905 Health Education & Health Promotion

ProgramAdministration 2
PUBH 6906 Communication 2

COURSE (Electives)
Code
PUBH 6203 Epidemiology III: Infectious Disease Epidemiology 2
PUBH 6204 Epidemiology IV: Non- Communicable

DiseaseEpidemiology 2
PUBH 6701 Community Mental Health 2
PUBH 6603 Occupational Health 2

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES/MODULES search projects of students in the Health Education
and Health Promotion track must in addition to the
PUBH 6001 (HE60A) Research Methodology foregoing, have a Health Promotion slant.
(2 credits)
PUBH 6201 (HE61A) Biostatistics (2 credits)
Covers principles involved in the writing of a research
proposal, design of investigations, methods of data This course introduces students to the field of statis-
collection and report writing. This is followed by an tics and its application in public health. It will cover
application of principles in planning and conducting data analysis using descriptive, inferential and hy-
a research project that is examined externally as pothesis-testing techniques. The use of the com-
part of the examination process. Research projects puter in data analysis will be an important feature of
of students in the Health Education and Health Pro- this course.
motion track must have a Health Promotion slant
and include qualitative methods. PUBH 6201 (HE62A) Epidemiology I (2 credits)
PUBH 6002 (HE60B) Project Report (6 credits) Introduces methods of epidemiology with special
reference to disease entities and conditions found
All students are expected to apply the principles of in the Caribbean. Principles, uses and methods
biostatistics, epidemiology and research methods of epidemiology; host-agent-environment relation-
in planning and conducting research on a topic of ships, measures of disease frequency, investigation
public health relevance. Both qualitative and quan- of outbreaks, disease surveillance, aspects of com-
titative measures are expected in this research. Re- munity health analysis, rates and ratios, introductory

demography are addressed in this course. throughout the life cycle. Discussions though cen-
tered around Caribbean issues are pertinent to
PUBH 6202 (HE62B) Epidemiology II (2 credits) global situations. There is a focus on the application
of those principles to real families in the community
Details methodological issues in epidemiology in- through case studies and working with families at
cluding measurements, rates, risk, study designs risk.
and statistical methods and their value in the predic-
tion and management of illnesses and diseases. PUBH 6302 (HE63B) Family Health II (2 credits)
PUBH 6203 (HE62C) Infectious Epidemiology Reinforces the concepts, content and approaches
(2 credits) to the provision of health care services for families
throughout the life cycle as covered in Family I. Con-
Describes and outlines principles of prevention and temporary issues affecting the family including vio-
control of communicable diseases with special em- lence and rape are dealt with, not only from a theory
phasis on diseases of particular significance to the based perspective but course participants access
Caribbean. Disease control programmes and asso- and utilize state and community agencies to improve
ciated problems are analyzed and their impact as- the health and welfare of the families with which they
sessed and debated. work. Capacity and asset building skills for empow-
erment are taught.
PUBH 6204 (HE62D) Chronic Disease
Epidemiology(2 credits) PUBH 6401 (HE64A) Health Management I
(2 credits)
Provides overview of major non-communicable and
chronic diseases prevalent in the Caribbean. Re- Involves didactic exploration and critique of the
lated risk factors and methodologies, compliance health management process including general and
problems, nutrition and other issues and their impli- social systems theory, health service structure and
cations for Health Education and Health Promotion function (national and international) and the major
are discussed. Delineates approaches for chronic steps in the planning process.
non-communicable disease reduction and control.
PUBH 6402 (HE64B) Management II (2 credits)
PUBH 6301(HE63A) Family Health I (2 credits)
Builds on concepts covered in Health Management I
Focuses on the concepts, content and approaches by delving into issues relating to policy, planning and
to the provision of health care services for families health sector reform. Participants critically analyze

the health care systems and significant attention is PUBH 6601 (HE66A) Environmental Health
given to how to operationalize health care systems. (2 credits)
PUBH 6403 (HE64C) Management III (2 credits) Provides a general overview of environmental health,
its scope and practice. Emphasis is placed on the
Emphasis is placed on the development of skills and interrelationship between man and his environment
the practical application of Financial Management and the resulting impact on health. The vast dimen-
concerns in government, government accounting sions of the environment including air, land and wa-
system, strategic planning process within the gov- ter and related issues including physical, biological
ernment of Jamaica and the Financial Cycle of Con- and chemical agents known to be harmful to health
trol (Budgeting). are included.

PUBH 6404 (HE64D) Health Economics (2 credits) PUBH 6701 (HE67A) Community Mental Health
(2 credits)
Introduces the key concepts, methods, applications
and issues in health economics. Emphasis is on the This course covers the concepts and principles re-
use and application of the tools and techniques of lated to mental health, the organization and delivery
health economics to planning, policy-making imple- of relevant services and the principles underlying
mentation and evaluation of programmes in the choice of service models in the Caribbean. The em-
health sector. phasis/philosophy in this course is on seeing Com-
munity Mental Health as an integrated component of
PUBH 6501 (HE65A) Primary Health Care public health services.
(2 credits)
PUBH 6602 (HE68A) Disaster Management
Reviews and discusses Alma Ata, from a health (2 credits)
sector perspective. Examines the contribution of
non-health sectors, health service structure and Highlights the importance of disaster management
functions, community participation, intersectoral co- and its relevance to public health in the Caribbean.
ordination, international health regulations, natural The course describes the essential elements for
and international health agencies to primary health consideration in disaster management and mitiga-
care. Analyses of the primary health care approach tion. The challenges and approaches inherent in
to the promotion and maintenance of health and de- pre-disaster, intra-disaster and post-disaster phases
velopment are included. and the role of the public health team in all phases
are discussed. The course also includes site visits

to disaster areas and agencies involved in disaster PUBH 6903 (HE69C) Advanced Health Education
management. (3credits)
PUBH 6603 (HE68B) Occupational Health This is a basic course for health education and pro-
(2 credits) motion specialists. This course explores the philos-
ophies, goals and principles on which health edu-
The definitions and principles of occupational health cation and health promotion are founded. It further
and the range and classification of OH hazards and provides a context for practicing health education,
how to manage and prevent these are detailed. Vis- focusing on the range of responsibilities, ethical
its to specific sites adds a practical dimension to the guidelines and introduces theories and models relat-
content covered. ing to individual and community behaviour change.
PUBH 6904 (HE69D) Issues in Health Education

PUBH 6901 (HE 69A) Health Education I (2 credits) and Health Promotion
(2 credits)
Explores the philosophies, goals and principles on
which health education and health promotion are Examines current trends in the field and implications
founded and the relevance of the health promotion for further development and action. Topical issues
approach to Caribbean Public Health. The promo- are discussed and these include but are not limited
tion of individual responsibility and community par- to issues relating to chronic disease, mental health,
ticipation are also covered. dental health and ageing.
PUBH 6902 (HE69B) Health Education II (2 credits) PUBH 6905 (HE69E) Health Education and Health
Promotion Programme
Provides a guide to planning implementing and Administration (2 credits)
evaluating health education and health promotion
programmes in a variety of settings. The value and Analyzes resources, needs, use and organization
use of theories and models in planning and imple- of those resources to match health education and
menting interventions are integral features of this health promotion needs at all levels. This includes
course. approaches to forge partnerships, build networks
and general collaboration at all levels.

PUBH 6003 (HE69F) Qualitative Research Programme Coordinator: Mrs. Desmalee Holder-
Processes (2 credits) Nevins
Describes and discusses various methods of quali- MPhil Public Health

tative research. Emphasis is placed on the develop-
ment of skills and the practical application of such Entry Requirements:
methods of research to health education, health pro- Normally only a University Graduate with a first
motion and public health. class honours or an upper or lower second class
undergraduate degree in Public Health or a related
PUBH 6906 (HE69G) Communication (2 credits) field will be accepted for the MPhil Degree.
Focuses on the principles and practices involved in Duration of programme

effective communication for mobilizing individual and The programme extends over not less than 21
community action for health. The use of integrated months including any departmental courses re-
marketing communication (including social market- quired. It consists largely of work on a research
ing) as a strategy for promoting health is covered. topic examined by thesis and oral examination. One
or more supervisors for the proposed research must
PUBH 6907 (HE61B) Field Practicum (10 credits) be available and adequate facilities for the particular
work must exist.
In the first semester of the second academic year
(September to November), candidates for the de- Programme Structure
gree of Health Education and Health Promotion The MPhil thesis is based on research in the field
track do an internship in an assigned organization and /or library and archival studies. It should com-
determined by the opportunity available in such or- prise not less than 15,000 words and should be sup-
ganization to practice health promotion. Each par- ported by maps, diagrams and photographic illustra-
ticipant spends two weeks in developing skills in us- tions, etc. Candidates for the MPhil degree may be
ing media in health promotion prior to assignment required to take an oral examination on the general
to a specific organization. Interns are expected to field of study and on the thesis.
engage in activities to demonstrate competence in
a minimum of three of the graduate competencies Programme Coordinator: Professor Denise El-
targeted in the training. This course culminates in a demire-Shearer
health promotion seminar organized and presented
by students in which field experiences are shared
with a panel of examiners.

PhD Public Health Doctorate in Public Health (DrPH)
Entry Requirements Programme Objectives:

Graduates intending to study for the PhD may reg-
ister for the degree programme if they hold an ap- 1.Upon completion of the course of study the
proved Masters Degree in an appropriate field of graduate should be able to:
study in Public Health. All other graduates must
apply to take the MPhil degree and must apply to 2.Demonstrate leadership in the organization of the
transfer to the PhD not less than one year after be- public health services
ing admitted as a MPhil candidate
3. Apply the skills of policy analysis and program
Duration of programme development to improve individual and community
Candidates will normally pursue research over a health

minimum of two academic years as full-time student,
or three years as part-time students. 4. Demonstrate in-depth understanding of the core
areas of public health theory and practice
Programme Structure
The PhD is fundamentally a research degree, and is 5. Analyze issues and problems in public health
examined by thesis. using critical evaluation of information from a
variety of sources
Additional Information/Notes
The PhD thesis should make a distinct contribution 6.Apply the analytic tools of epidemiology and bio
to the content and advancement of public health, statistics to address specific public health issues
and show evidence of originally either through the
discovery of new facts or by the exercise of inde- 7.Apply management and financial management
pendent critical power. It should meet the profes- skills in the practice of public health
sional standards of the discipline, be satisfactory as
it regards literary presentation, and be suitable for 8.Demonstrate effective communication and
publication. The examination for the degree is by advocacy skills
assessment of the thesis and by oral examination.
Entry Requirements
Programme Coordinator: Professor Denise El-
demire-Shearer Applicants to this programme should have complet-
ed an MPH or other equivalent Masters degree with

at least an Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent and should preferably be employed in a local, regional
or international health organization. A letter of support from the current employer would be desirable.
Normally from 4 years to a maximum of 7 years.
Programme Structure
1) This is a part time course that will be delivered by a combination of online and face to face modules.
Students must complete the 10 core modules and 5 elective courses (40 Credits). Normally requires 2
years but not more than 5 years.

2) This taught component will be followed by supervised field placements normally extending over a 2 year
period.
3) Students will also conduct a research leading to a thesis.
Consideration for an adjustment in the duration of the programme will be given to candidates who fall within
either of the following two categories;
An applicant with an MPH or a similar degree attained within the last 5 years, who has demonstrated compe-
tency in specific areas, may apply for exemptions from specific courses, up to a maximum of 20 credits.
An experienced Public Health Practitioner, who can demonstrate mastery of specific competencies listed among
those to be attained during the field placement, may apply for up to a maximum of 12 months exemption of field
placement.

COURSE
Course Name No. of Credits
Health Across the Lifespan 3
Social and Cultural Determinants of Health 3
Health systems management & Organiza-tional Behaviour 3
Programmes development, Management and Evaluation 3
Public Health Policy 3
Research Methods for Public Health Practice 3

Statistical Methods in Public Health 3
Applied Epidemiology 3
Doctoral Seminar I 3
Doctoral Seminars II 3
Electives hood and to the elderly. Also examines the major

Students are required to complete elective courses determinants and facilitators of optimal health with-
totaling 10 credit hours. in each stage. The epidemiology of disease within
each stage and the interdependence of each stage
These can be selected from existing courses offered will also be reviewed.
across the UWI or from courses offered by other
universities and that are approved by the Graduate Social and Cultural Determinants of Health
Board.
Course Description: In this course participants ex-
Health across the lifespan plore how social science disciplines are useful in an-
alyzing and solving public health challenges. Struc-
Course Description: This course introduces and ex- tural violence as a social force will be examined. The
amines the principles which guide growth and de- relationship between these health determinants and
velopment of individuals across the lifespan, from public health interventions will be explored. The prin-
conception through childhood, adolescence, adult- ciples of behaviour change communication will be

included in this course. gional and international frameworks governing Pub-
lic Health Practice.
Health systems management &
organizational behaviour Research Methods for Public health
Practice
Course Description: This course builds on manage-
ment principles developed in the MPH. Reviews Course Description: This course will build on that
current health system types and underscores the which was delivered by the MPH. The various meth-
principles that govern them and their effectiveness ods of qualitative and quantitative research will be
in achieving public health goals. The management of reinforced. Emphasis will be placed on being able to
organizations will be addressed including the issue lead and coordinate a research team. The principles
of authority and power in the health sector, strategic of human subject research and academic ethics in-

planning and organizational leadership cluding authorship, scientific misconduct and con-
flicts of interest in scientific research and evaluation
Programme development, management will be addressed. Also the role of funding agencies
and evaluation in setting of research agenda and responsibilities to
studied populations.
Course Description: This course will focus on the as-
sessment of needs and the development of appro- Statistical Methods in Public Health
priate programmes to address same using seleced
methodologies of programme / project planning. Course Description: This course will build on that
Option appraisal, strategic planning, organizational delivered by the MPH and will include additional rel-
leadership and social marketing of the programme evant subject areas.
will also be addressed. The conceptualization of an
evaluation process from the initial stages of the pro- Applied Epidemiology
gramme development and its implementation is also
expected. Course Description: This course will review and en-
hance the core principles of epidemiology as well as
Public Health Policy equip students to respond to the new and emerging
challenges in the field of epidemiology
Course Description: This course will address areas
such as policy development in public health. Grant Course Code/Name: Doctoral Seminars I
proposal writing; relationships with funding agencies
and their role in setting research agenda. Local, re-

Course Description: The doctoral seminars will ex- demonstrate substantial understanding of and com-
plore a number of topics of critical importance to petence in the following areas:
public health that together will reveal the essence
and scope of public health with particular attention to (a) The scientific, methodological, and theoretical
meeting the needs of the Caribbean and developing foundations of Cultural Therapy in which the pro-
countries. gram has its training emphasis. To achieve this end,
the students shall be exposed to the current body of
Doctoral Seminars II knowledge in at least the following areas: the use
Course Description: The doctoral seminars will ex- of cultural expressions and awareness as catalysts
plore several major approaches to understanding for change; principles of psychology; principles of
leadership based on current literature and personal psychohistoriography; principles of psychotherapy;
experience. It will also examine leadership issues management of small and large groups; wealth cre-
of critical importance to public health that will equip ation; the development of organizations; principles
public health practitioners with skills needed to meet of management and mobilization; principles of social
the needs of the Caribbean Region. work; facilitation and stabilization of intellectual and
social capital; human resource development; use of
Additional Information/Notes: teams and catalysts;
Students are required to complete supervised field
placements that will normally extend for up to two (b)The practical aspects of cultural therapy in which
years. Students may be placed at local ministries of the program has its training emphasis. To achieve
health or at regional or international health organiza- this end, the students shall be exposed to the cur-
tions. rent body of knowledge in at least the following ar-
eas: dance; music; art; drama;
Department Contact Information:The Department of
Community Health and PsychiatryFaculty of Medical (c) Defining problems and formulating and imple-
SciencesThe University of the West Indies, MonaJa- menting intervention strategies (including training in
maica, West Indies empirically supported procedures). To achieve this
end, the students shall be exposed to the current
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Michelle Harris body of knowledge in at least the following areas: ef-
fective intervention; and evaluating the efficacy of in-
MSc Cultural Therapy terventions, research methodology; and techniques
of data analysis;
In achieving its objectives, the program will provide
the means whereby all students can acquire and (d) Issues of cultural and individual diversity that are

relevant to all of the above including group dynamics; role of the family; dysfunctional behavior or psychopathol-
ogy; human frailty, and professional standards and ethics; and
(e) Attitudes essential for life-long learning, scholarly inquiry, and professional problem-solving in the context of
an evolving body of scientific and professional knowledge.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should possess a first degree at the level of a Lower Second status at minimum. Graduates from
a wide range of backgrounds will be considered for entry. Through the programme, persons who would not
ordinarily have access to careers in health-related and community development fields, e.g. actors, artists, will
be given that opportunity.

Three years part-time or equivalent
Programme Structure
All Courses are 3 Credits unless otherwise indicated. All new courses are designated CT, CULT or MC. Stu-
dents take their Supervised Practicum Experience either in Year 1 or Year 2. Course codes have been desig-
nated according to the old and new (Banner) systems.
Year 1 Year 1 Year 1

Semester 1 Semester 2 Summer
CT60A/CULT6000 CT60A/CULT6000
Capstone Course Capstone Course
In Cultural Therapy in Cultural Therapy
CT61A/CULT6100 MS-66T MC-666

Educational Tourism Communication Skills
Pedagogy Management
PS-61A PS-65A (1CR)

Psychopathology Ethics Seminar

CT64A/CULT6400(0 CR) Supervised
Practicum Experience(Group A)
CT63A/CULT6300(2 Cr)
Practical Module

CT60B/CULT6001 CT60B/CULT6001
in Cultural Therapy in Cultural Therapy
CT62A/CULT6200 CT66A/CULT6600
(2 CR)
Elective Module
Rehabilitation
Management
Research Methods Project

(multiple course options) Report
Preparation
CT64A/
CULT6400
(0 CR)
Supervised Practicum
Experience (Group B)

CT63B/CULT6301 (2 CR)
Practical Module

CT60C/CULT6002 CT60C/CULT6002
in Cultural Therapy in Cultural Therapy
Project Report

Preparation
CT65A/CULT6500 (0 CR)
Creative Practicum
CT63C/CULT63002 (2 CR)
Practical Module

COURSES (Core)
Code Weighting
CT60A, B,C Cultural Therapy 9 Record keeping - 25%

Analyses of processes and
outcome - 25%
Oral Presentations - 25%
Participation and facilitation
of group activities - 25%
An evaluation will be made
at the end of each 3-credit
component (A,B and C) of

the course.
CT61A Educational 3 Activity Plan - 25%

Pedagogy Group Paper - 25%
End of Term Examination- 50%
CT66A Rehabilitation 3 Essay - 25%

Management Group Paper - 25%
End of Term Examination- 50%
CT63A B,C Practical Modules 6 Site Supervisors Evaluation - 10%

Portfolio - 30%
Oral Presentation - 30%
Written Report - 30%
CT64A/B Supervised Practicum Pass/Fail Site Supervisors

Experience 3 Evaluation - 10%
Portfolio - 30%
Oral Presentation - 30%
Written Report - 30%

COURSES (core) - CONTINUED
Code Weighting
CT65A Creative Practicum Pass/Fail Project Report - 100%

3
PS61A Psychopathology 3 Individual/Group Papers

End of term examination
PS63A Clinical Research 3 Coursework End of Term

Skills Examination

MC666 Effective Communica- 3 Course work End of
tion Term Examination
MGMT 6136 Entrepreneurship & 3 Course work End ofTerm

Innovation Management Examination
PS65A Issues of Caribbean Pass/Fail Student-led seminars 100%

Psychology: Ethics and 1
Professional Practice Seminar
COURSES (Elective)
Code Weighting
CT62A Elective Module 2 Dependent

on course
chosen

Course Description: tional skills.
CT60A, B,C: Cultural therapy CT63A, B, C: Practical Modules
The program of Cultural Therapy consists of five The practical module is designed to expose students
broad areas: Ethno historical large group meetings; to the Visual and Performing Arts, Music and Dance,
Centring Exercises; Psychohistoriographic Analysis; Floral Arrangement and Crafts as well as other activ-
Collective poetry, play and musical writing/creation; ities deemed appropriate by the course coordinator.
Evaluation. It is expected that students will complete modules
outside of their area of expertise in order to broaden
CT61A: Educational Pedagogy their skill base.
This course is designed to equip students with a CT64A/B: Supervised Practicum Experience
basic understanding of the theory behind teaching
and learning. Emphasis will be made on the role of After their first or second year in the programme
education as a tool for social change. Areas empha- students will spend their summer attached to sites
sized include planning for instruction, instructional where they can receive practical experience in Cul-
strategies and evaluation and assessment of stu- tural Therapy and build upon skills developed during
dent learning. Classroom management strategies the year. Students must be under the supervision of
will also be addressed. The technology aspect of a person working in the field. Students would be re-
the course will include word processing, presenta- quired to spend at least 4 days per week at their site.
tions, record keeping, and computer-aided instruc- Students experiences will vary but should include
tion (CAI). opportunities to strengthen key Cultural Therapy
skills, including planning, analysis, writing, organiza-
CT66A: Rehabilitation Management tion, record keeping, teamwork, and problem solving.
In addition, students will be involved in evaluating
Students in this course will examine the practical the effectiveness of their site by collecting empiri-
aspects of nursing, physiotherapy and occupational cal data. The course will bridge the gap between
therapy that relate to Cultural Therapy. The course academic coursework and the practical knowledge,
explores human movement and its importance in skills and emotional challenges that are inherent in
motivation, the detection of signs of medical illness, the real world of the helping professional.
dealing with elderly, frail or disabled individuals, be-
haviour management in rehabilitation, and the as-
sessment and management of daily living and voca-

CT65A: Creative Practicum bean people.
At the end of their programme students will create PS63A: Clinical Research Skills
and participate in a project designed to create or
stimulate wealth in a community setting. Students This course will commence with an overview of the
will design their own work projects, set goals, and research process. The course will progress by walk-
work throughout the summer on achieving the pre- ing students through the research process, and the
set outcomes. Students will make adjustment to the consideration necessary for good research design
design of their project when their current contexts in- and results. Students will throughout the course be
dicate it is necessary to do so. Any such allowances exposed to a wide range of statistical analyses that
will be recorded in the final report, and details of how will strengthen their ability to make informed deci-
these adjustments affected the project outcome will sions about the tools available to provide the best

be presented. Results will be written up and present- results in their own research. Basic statistical con-
ed to the course coordinator for assessment. cepts, including correlation, regression, and com-
parison of means, will be covered, as well as more
PS61A: Psychopathology advanced statistical procedures, such as multiple
regression, factor analysis, and advanced analysis
This course aims to provide students with the knowl- of variance techniques.
edge and skills required to accurately diagnose
the wide range of mental health problems affecting MC666: Effective Communication
adults, adolescents and children in the Caribbean.
The course will focus on the multi-axial diagnostic The course aims at helping students develop their
approach of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual listening, speaking and writing skills for a variety
- IV. of workplace situations and professional purposes.
Activities centre on planning, organizing, compos-
The course will begin with a review of the developing, and revising messages with sensitivity to verbal
ment of the multi-axial approach, cover issues per- and non-verbal cues. Documents developed both in
taining to the reliability and validity of making a diag- class and as home assignments include occupation-
nosis and discuss the stigma of being diagnosed with al writing for correspondence letters, memos, e-mail,
a mental illness. All major diagnostic categories of reports and proposals. Participants will also enhance
mental illness will be discussed, including the diag- their skills in public speaking and other forms of oral
nostic criteria, associated features and risk factors. presentations conveying messages with an empha-
Special attention will be given to the application and sis on clear, concise communications.
relevance of the diagnostic categories to the Carib-

PS65A: Issues of Caribbean Psychology: Ethics Entry Requirements
and Professional Practice Seminar (The general regulations for the degrees of Doctor of
Medicine apply).
This course will be attended by all students in the
programme and delivered via student led seminars. Applicants will be eligible for entry after completing
The goal is to develop an awareness of current pro- their medical internship and becoming fully regis-
fessional and ethical issues in the practice of clinical tered as medical practitioners by the Medical Coun-
psychology, and to foster an awareness of the spe- cil of Jamaica. Candidates will be required to submit
cific context of future practice within the Caribbean a written application and may be required to attend
region. an interview to be eligible for selection to the pro-
gramme.
List and describe other courses here
CT62A: Elective Module Four years full-time
At the end of the course students will be able to dem- Programme Structure
onstrate competence in the areas they have chosen Part I (Year 1): Psychology, Anatomy, Physiology,
for study. Adult & Emergency Psychiatry
Programme Coordinator: Prof. Frederick Hickling Part II (Year 2): Psychotherapy, Biostatistics &
Research Methods, Addiction Psychiatry, Child &
DM Psychiatry Adolescent Psychiatry, Neurology, General Adult &
Emergency Psychiatry
Part III (Year 3): Psychotherapy, Supervised Re-
The DM Psychiatry is a four year graduate course search, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Geriatric
which aims to provide the graduate with the knowl- Psychiatry, General Adult & Emergency Psychiatry
edge and skills to function as a consultant psychia-
trist equipped for independent practice in hospital- Part IV (Year 4): Forensic Psychiatry, Community
based settings, stand-alone facilities and community Psychiatry, Outpatient Services, General Adult &
mental health services. Emergency Psychiatry

COURSE
Code
MD 614 DM Psychiatry Part I 100% Exam
MD 613 DM Psychiatry Part II 100% Exam
To be Assigned DM Psychiatry Part III 100% Exam

To be assigned DM Psychiatry Part IV 100% Exam
Course Description: Part III (Year 3):

Admission to Part III of the programme depends upon

Part I (Year 1): During this period, which lasts twelve the students performance in the Part 2 examination.
months, the students work as a psychiatric resident During Part III, the candidate is required to spend six
at an approved general hospital. Instruction is given months working in an approved psychiatric service
in the Basic Medical Sciences (including Anatomy, and at least twelve months working in the psychiatric
Physiology) as well as in Psychology and services of an approved general hospital.
Psychiatry.
At least six months of this year must be spent in the
Part II (Year 2): Entry to the second part of the Caribbean during this period. At the end of the time
course will depend on a satisfactory performance in period, students may submit a Case Book or Re-
the Part I examination. search Report.
During this period which lasts twelve months, the stu- Part IV (Year 4)
dents work as a psychiatric resident at an approved During this year the student continues to work under
general hospital. Instruction is given in Neurology, supervision in an approved psychiatric service.
Psychology and Psychiatry.
During the first half of Year 2 of the programme, the Department Contact Information:
Student will submit to the Specialty Board through The Department of Community Health & Psychiatry-
his/her supervisor, a proposal for a project to be un- Faculty of Medical Sciences
dertaken during Part III of the programme. The University of the West Indies, Mona
Jamaica, West Indies
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Roger Gibson

DEPARTMENT OF science or medicine. Candidates with an appropri-
MICROBIOLOGY ate technical qualification and work experience, or

equivalent qualifications, will also be considered
Head: John Lindo, BSc, PhD for admission to the course following an interview
The Department of Microbiology offer the following by the Specialty Board. Graduates in a science
graduate programmes not specializing in General Microbiology or Medical

Microbiology will be required to complete a qualify-
MSc Medical Microbiology ing year and examination before admission to the
programme. Candidates who hold the MBBS and
MPhil/PhD Medical Microbiology (by research) BBMedSci of this University or those who have simi-
DM Medical Microbiology lar qualifications may apply for exemption from the
Master of Science in Medical Microbiology qualifying examination by presenting details of their

courses and examination results.
Aims and Objectives of the programme

Doctor of Philosophy
Provide graduates with a systematic understanding
of the scientific basis of microbiological concepts. Candidates intending to study for the PhD degree
must hold an appropriate Masters Degree in Medical
Produce graduates who are equipped with the Microbiology. All other candidates must first register
knowledge, analytical and practical skills to permit for the MPhil but may transfer their registration after
them to at least one year of study based on the recommen-
pursue careers in the microbiology in hospital, diag- dation of the supervisory committee and:
nostic laboratory or research settings.

(a) Submission of a research proposal of a standard
Prepare graduates for terminal degree training in suitable for a terminal research degree
medical microbiology (MD, DM, PhD, DPhil.

(b) Presentation and defence of their research pro-
Entry Requirements posal before an assessment committee
MSc (c) Independent assessment by the department
Candidates for the MSc Microbiology must hold a The award of the degree is based on presentation of
degree in medicine or at least an Upper Second- a thesis of original research which significantly ad-
class Honours degree of a recognised university in vances the discipline of microbiology.

The examination for the degree is by assessment of Duration of programme:
the thesis and a viva voce examination. (Including Internship, Research Project, other) 2
years
Doctor of Medicine Microbiology
Requirements for entry This programme is an upgrade of the current MSc
1. Candidates must be fully registered medical (Medical Microbiology). In the revised format the
practitioners in one of the territories of the Common- course offers the following advantages:
wealth Caribbean.
1. Allows GPA ratings and therefore more accept-
2. Applicants will be eligible for entry after ability internationally
completing their internship

2. Facilitates easier delivery and accreditation.
Areas of Research
3. Lends itself to students assessment of teaching
1. Antibiotic resistance and course evaluation.
2. Immunological, molecular and genetic bases of 4.Formal teaching of Research skills which will en-
infectious diseases sure a graduate with better potential to design stud-
ies, conduct research and undertake a terminal de-
3. Autoimmune diseases gree (PhD, DPhil, DM) training
4. Epidemiology of Parasitic and Neglected Tropical 5. Provides funds to the department from fees which
Diseases can be used to support the programme and turn a
profit. Currently, the MSc programme is funded from
5. Central nervous system viruses the departments annual subvention and Consulta-
tion Funds, neither of which have line listings for
Seminars : graduate studies
PhD and MPhil 1 per semesterMSc 1 per yearDM

1 per year

COURSE
Code
MICR6210 Medical Bacteriology 5
MICR6225 Medical Mycology 3
MICR6250 Molecular Biology Applied to 2

Diseases
MICR6703 Research Project 6
MICR6554 Research Methods 3
MICR6380 Medical Virology 5

MICR6285 Applied Medical Immunology 3
MICR6290 Medical Parasitology 2
MICR6560 Diagnostic Medical

Microbiology 6
Course Description: MICR6380 Medical Virology
MICR6210 Medical Bacteriology The course will provide candidates with advanced
knowledge of medical virology. At the end of this
The module will provide candidates with advanced module, the student should demonstrate an un-
knowledge of General and Systematic Medical Bac- derstanding of the principles of viral classification,
teriology. Core elements of the course are principles pathogenesis, prevention, treatment and control.
of bacterial classification and pathogenesis, preven- Further, the module will enable the student to under-
tion, treatment and control for medically important stand the principles, advantages and limitations of
bacterial infections. Further, the module will enable commonly performed laboratory diagnostic methods
the student to understand the principles, advantages for viral isolation and identification.
and limitations of commonly performed laboratory
diagnostic methods for bacterial isolation and iden- MICR6285 Applied Medical Immunology
tification.
The course aims to provide an understanding of the

interaction of viruses, fungi, bacteria and parasites MICR6225 Medical Mycology
with the immune system of humans and to examine
the role of vaccination in protection against these This module will expose candidates to advanced
diseases. Furthermore, it will examine the biologi- medical mycology enabling them to describe the
cal basis of common immune disorders of humans classification, pathogenesis and clinical features of
including autoimmune diseases. On completion of fungal infections. Candidates will become familiar
this module, the student will be able to understand with the principles of laboratory diagnosis of fungal
the nature of humoral and cell-mediated immune infections including recently developed techniques.
responses to infections and to discuss the role of The approach to antifungal therapy with the range
cytokines in the modulation of response to infection. of antifungal agents, their mechanisms of action and
MICR6250 Molecular Biology Applied to Infectious susceptibility testing as well as the side effects com-
Diseases monly associated with them will be explored.

Molecular biological techniques have become an MICR6554 Research methods
important aspect of understanding the pathogenesis
of infectious diseases and a tool in their laboratory This course provides the theoretical basis for suc-
diagnosis. The aim of the course is to provide stu- cessful design and conduct of scientific research
dents with knowledge of the structure and function projects. The objective of the course is to give can-
of nucleic acids of infectious agents and how this didate the requisite skills to design and conduct a
understanding can be applied to study of their patho- research project; analyse and report in writing and
genesis and laboratory orally on the finding.
MICR6290 Medical Parasitology MICR6703 Research Project
Parasites remain a major threat to human welfare The objective of the module is to train the candidate
and there is heightened interest in their epidemiol- in the rigours of scientific research through the con-
ogy and control and in some instances elimination. duct of a research project. Candidates will have
The course is designed to provide the candidates primary responsibility for all aspects of the research
with knowledge of the range of parasitic infections of project including definition of problem, proposal writ-
humans and their associated morbidity and ing and ethical approval, data management and
mortality thesis preparation. Each student will be assigned a
Departmental supervisor who will form a research
committee according to the Graduate Studies Guide
for Students and Supervisors.

MICR6560 Diagnostic Medical Microbiology the undergraduate and post graduate level to ensure
that there is an excellent cadre of doctors at all lev-
The course is designed to train the candidate in the els available to our women to ensure good health
laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases. Candi- through prevention and treatment of disease.
dates will spend time in the diagnostic laboratories of
the various sub-disciplines of microbiology including DM Obstetrics and Gynaecology
bacteriology, virology, immunology, mycology and
parasitology. A manual with full details of the micro- Entry Requirements:
scopic, serological and molecular assays which the
candidates are expected to learn and perform will be The applicant should be:
presented at the start of the course
(a) a well-rounded medical graduate of The Univer-
Department Contact Information: sity of the West Indies or a University or Medical

Cheryl Blackwood School recognized by The University of the West
Department of Microbiology Indies.
University of the West Indies,
Mona,Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies (b) fully registered in the territory or territories in
which training will take place.
Programme Coordinator: John Lindo Students who are required to must have passed the
CAMC Exam
DEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS,
GYNAECOLOGY AND CHILD Areas of Research
HEALTH Research must be done in an area directly associ-
ated with Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Head: Professor Horace Fletcher B.Sc, MBBS, Duration of programme: The program lasts four
DM(O&G), FRCOG, FACOG years
The main focus of the department is to improve the Programme Structure:

health and welfare of families, in particular women At the end of the first year students do part one ex-
and children in the region. This is done through clini- amination in basic sciences related to Obstetrics
cal (service) work and academic (teaching and and Gynaecology
research).
At the end of the fourth year students do Part two
One of our main mandates is training of students at exit examination.

In addition students must write 10 Gynaecological Additional Information/Notes:
and 10 Obstetric short commentaries of interesting
cases they have managed during training. Also they At the end of the course successful applicants can
must write One Gynaecological and One Obstetric be registered as specialist consultants in Obstetrics
long commentary of a prospective or retrospective and Gynaecology in the contributing territories of
study in an area chosen by them or their supervisor. the University of the West Indies and also in other
countries where the degree is recognised.
Course Description:
Department Contact Information:
Year 1:
Foundation: General Overview of Obstetrics and Professor Horace Fletcher UWI, Mona, Kingston,
Gynaecology and relevant Basic Sciences. Jamaica

Year 2: 2 A Dr Bharat Bassaw Mount Hope, St. Augustine,
Development of Investigative and Surgical Skills 1. Trinidad
2 B Obstetrics 1: Dr Garth McIntyre Cave Hill, Barbados

Common Obstetrical Problems.
Dr James Johnson Princess Margaret Hospital,
2C Gynaecology: Nassau, Bahamas
Common Gynaecological Problems.
Programme Coordinator: Professor Horace Fletcher
Year 3:
3A Reproductive Endocrinology. DEPARTMENT OF CHILD HEALTH
3 B Advanced Investigative and Surgical Skills
2. Head: Professor Minerva Thame, MBBS, DCH,DM,
PhD
3 C Project/ Electives.
DM Paediatrics
Year 4:
4A Obstetrics 2: Advanced Obstetrics. The Department of Child Health offers a full-time de-
4 B Gynaecological Oncology. gree leading to the awarding of a Doctor of Medicine
4C Urogynaecology. (Paeds) degree. The programme aims at providing
exit qualifications for graduates to practice inde-

pendently at Consultant Paediatric level. Since its Evidence of undergraduate medical qualification
inception in 1970, there have been 100 graduates from an institution acceptable to the Faculty of Medi-
in Paediatrics up to December 2009. Graduates are cal Sciences, the University of the West Indies, must
scattered throughout the Caribbean, North Americas be provided.
and the UK with many of our graduates currently Candidates should have a minimum of three months
practicing in the region. post internship experience in the practice of paedi-
atrics at an approved hospital under constant super-
Programme Objectives: vision. This three month period is additional to the
period of three months of paediatric training required
On completion of the DM Paediatric Programme the during the internship period.
graduate will be competent to function as a consul- Candidates will be required to submit a written ap-
tant paediatrician having been trained with sound plication and attend an interview to be eligible for
knowledge of normal growth and development and selection to the programme.

the knowledge, skills and attitudes encompassing
the diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of clin- Duration of programme: Four years
ical conditions from newborn to adolescence. This
graduate will be equipped for independent practice Programme Structure:
in the community and hospital based settings (in-
patient and ambulatory). He/she should be able to The DM Paediatrics programme is a four year grad-
collaborate with other segments of the health team uate course which aims to provide the graduate with
(including subspecialties) as well as community re- the knowledge and skills to function as a consultant
sources. He/she should be a health advocate who paediatrician, equipped for independent practice in
is sensitive to the cultural, social and ethnic needs of the community and hospital based settings.
the community, in addition to having a commitment
to life long learning and personal development. There are two parts to the course DM 1 (years 1 and
2) and DM 2 (years 3 and 4).
Entry Requirements
During the first two years of training, the resident will
Candidates must be fully registered medical practi- have three month rotations in in-patient, neonatal
tioners in one of the territories of the Commonwealth care, and ambulatory settings. The core content of
Caribbean or in any country associated with the Uni- training includes basic sciences as applied to gen-
versity of the West Indies where the facilities are ap- eral paediatrics, normal growth and development,
proved by this institution for a part or the whole of the common primary care problems and emergencies,
period of training. common subspecialty problems, public health is-

sues and basic research methods and skills. Pathophysiologic mechanisms related to growth, de-
velopment and disease
Years 3 and 4 of training encompass learning of the Subspecialty exposure and training
pathophysiologic mechanisms related to growth, de- Focused development of the following areas to en-
velopment and disease, clinical exposure and train- hance supervisory function:
ing in the subspecialties, development of leadership Clinical Decision Making
skills and professional qualities, completion of the Team leadership
required research project and a six month elective Collaboration
period. Professional development
Scholarly activity
DM1
*It has been suggested that residents in year 2 should

Year 1 and Year 2 formulate and present their research protocols as an
application of knowledge in basic research method-
Rotations: inpatient, nursery, ambulatory (clinics, ology. This will also facilitate expeditious implemen-
walk-in, emergency) tation of their projects in year 3 of the programme.
Core general paediatric content
Basic sciences as applied to general paediatrics Additional Information:
Normal infant, child and adolescent growth and de-
velopment Trainees will be eligible to sit the DM 1 examination
Common primary care problems at the end of year 2 having had satisfactory assess-
Common emergencies ments for that period. Candidates will be eligible to
Community paediatrics sit the DM 2 examination two years after successful
Common subspecialty problems completion of the DM 1 examination but not greater
Public health, health promotion and prevention is- than four years after at the next available examina-
sue tion. The candidate must submit their research proj-
Basic research methods and skills* ect at least six months before the completion of the
DM 2 programme.
DM 2
The research project should form a distinct contribu-
Year 3: Completion of research project and subspe- tion to the knowledge of the subject presented. It
cialty core rotations; elective must be of satisfactory literary standard and should
attain standards suitable for publication in a peer re-
Year 4: Elective; Senior supervisory role viewed journal.

The acceptance of the research project by the Spe- The Hugh Wynter Fertility Management Unit, Depart-
cialty Board is a requirement for eligibility to sit the ment of Obstetrics and Guynaecology, Department
DM 2 examination. of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Child Health, offers
the following graduate degree programmes and in-
Examination Format service training programmes for senior nurses, Ob-
stetricians and Gynaecologists in 2009/2010.
The DM 1 examination consists of
(a) One multiple choice question paper Graduate Programme: MSc Counselling
(b) A clinical examination Short In-Service Departmental Training Courses for

Registered Nurses, Nurse-Midwives, Nurse Practi-
(c) An oral examination. tioners and Obstetricians and Gynaecologists are
also offered for continuing education :

The DM 2 examination consists of
1. Family Planning and Sterilization Techniques for
(a) Two written papers, which may include multiple Nurses (February 15- 26, 2010).
choice questions
2. Family Planning and Reproductive Health Admin-
(b) A clinical examination istration (May 10-21, 2010)
(c) An oral examination. 3. Sexual and Reproductive Health for Medical Doc-
tors and Senior Nurses (October 18-29, 2010).
Department Contact Information: For details of these brief in-service training courses
Department of Child HealthUniversity of the West In- please see the attached training schedule for 2009-
dies, MonaTelephone Number: 970-0329Fax Num- 2010.
ber: 927-1446
MSc Counselling
Programme Coordinator: Minerva Thame
Specializations/Options :
THE HUGH WYNTER FERTILITY
MANAGEMENT UNIT Psychodynamic CounsellingCognitive-Behavioural
CounsellingEclectic-Integrative Counselling
Director: Professor Joseph Frederick, MBBS, DM,
FRCOG, FACOG

The objectives of the programme are: search skills, the theoretical foundation and the prac-
tical expertise required to ultimately develop their
1. To develop a thorough knowledge of the philoso- own models of counselling which will be relevant to
phy, assumptions, principles, elements, concepts, West Indian experiences.
and techniques of Person Centred, Existential, Psy-
cho-dynamic and Cognitive- Behavioural Schools of 7. To provide counsellors with the kinds of experi-
Counselling. ences which will increase their awareness of the high
standards of ethical practice which are expected and
2. To develop high levels of competence in the prac- required of counsellors and which they should dem-
tical application of this theoretical knowledge so as onstrate in their own personal and professional con-
to facilitate specialization in any one of these ap- duct.
proaches to counselling or the use of an eclectic or

an integrative approach in keeping with the counsel- Entry Requirements:
lors personal preferences, philosophy or values and
the needs of their clients. Applicants should have an Upper Second Class
honours first degree in Counselling or in related
3. To provide supervision in a variety of counselling fields in Health, Education, Social Work, Psychology
practica to increase skill levels in counselling. or Pastoral Counselling/Theology from an institution
acceptable to the University of the West Indies for
4. To improve self-awareness and counselling effec- this purpose. Applicants should also have at least
tiveness by providing on-site group therapy training three years work experience. All applicants must
and by encouraging students to obtain therapy for possess an advanced level of ability to work in Eng-
themselves. lish. Entrance is competitive so only the most quali-
fied persons will be accepted.
5. To develop a cadre of counsellors in the fields of Applicants should also have done the following qual-
education, social services and health who will be ifying courses at the undergraduate degree level, or
trained to deliver individual and group counselling if not, they will be asked to do the following qualify-
and family therapy services in their respective coun- ing or pre-requisite courses before starting the Mas-
tries in the West Indies. ters programme:
6. To develop a cadre of highly trained and qualified Pre-Qualifying Programme (2009- 2010)
counsellors who are able to adapt predominantly
European and North American counselling models OG60A.Introduction to Individual Counselling
to the West Indian context and who will have the re-

OG60DDevelopmental Psychology
OG60BIntroduction to Group Counselling
OG60C Abnormal Psychology
Three years part-time and four years for those without a Psychology first degree who need to do the qualify-
ing/pre-requisite courses.
The MSc Counselling programme will be offered as a three year programme, except for persons who lack the
qualifying courses and who will therefore have to complete and pass the qualifying courses before being admit-
ted to the Masters programme.
Year 1 Semester 1 Year 1 Semester II First Summer School
1. Person-Centred Counselling 1. Existential Counsel- 1. Group Counsel-

ling with Individuals ling: Personal Growth
Groups
2. Professional Issues 2. Research Methods II: 2. Research

Part I: Ethical and Legal Issues Quantitative Methods Methods II: Qualitative
Methods
3. Practicum 1 shop 3. Practicum 2 3. Sexuality Work-
Year II Semester I & Year II Semester II Second Summer School

Either Option I Option I contd.
1. Psycho-dynamic 1. Developing an Eclectic/ 1. Vocational

Counselling with Integrative Approach Counselling
Individuals to Counselling

2. Practicum 3 2. Family Therapy 2. Psycho-dynamic
Counselling with Groups
3. Practicum 4 3. Conflict Resolution Workshop
Or Option II And Option II contd
Year II Semester I Year II Semester II Second Summer School
1. Cognitive-Behavioural 1. Cognitive –Behavioural 1. Vocational

Counselling with Individuals Part I Counselling with Counselling
Individuals Part II

2. Cognitive-Behavioural 2. Family Therapy 2. Psycho-dynamic
Group Counselling Counselling with Groups
3. Practicum 3 3. Practicum 4 3. Conflict Resolution

Workshop
Or Option III And Option III contd
Year II Semester I Year II Semester II Second Summer School
1. Psycho-dynamic 1. Cognitive-Behavioural 1. Vocational

Counselling with Individuals Counselling with Counselling
Individuals Part II
2. Cognitive-Behavioural 2. Developing an Eclectic/ 2. Psycho-dynamic

Counselling with Integrative Approach Counselling with Groups
Individuals Part I to Counselling
3. Cognitive-Behavioural 3. Family Therapy 3. Conflict Resolution

Group Counselling Workshop

4. Practicum 3 4. Practicum 4
Year III Semester I Year III Semester 2
1. Research Project Tutorials 1. Submission of the Research Project
2. Practicum 5 2. Practicum 6
Courses (Electives)
Course Course Name No. of Course

Code Credit
Weighting
OG62A Psycho-dynamic Counselling 3 60% Exam

with Individuals 40% Coursework
OG62B Psycho-dynamic Counselling 3 60% Exam

with Groups 3 40% Coursework
OG62D Cognitive-Behavioural 3 60% Exam

Counselling with 40% Coursework
Individuals Part I
OG62E Cognitive-Behavioural 3 60% Exam

Group Counselling 40% Coursework
OG62F Developing an Eclectic/ 3 60% Exam

Integrative Approach to 40%Coursework
Counselling
OG621 Cognitive-Behavioural Coun- 3 60% Exam

COURSES (Core)
Code Weighting
OG61A Person-Centred Counselling 3 60% Exam

40% Coursework
OG61B Group Counselling: Personal 3 60% Exam
Growth Groups 40% Coursework
OG61C Professional Issues Part I: 3 100% Coursework
Ethical and Legal Issues
OGH61D Existential Counselling with 3 60% Exam
Individuals 40% Course work

OG61E Vocational Counselling 3 60% Exam
40% Coursework
OG61F Professional Issues Part 2: 3 100% Coursework
Programme Development
OG62C Research Methods I: 3 100% Coursework
Quantitative Methods
OG62G Family Therapy 3 60% Exam
40% Coursework
OG62H Research Methods II: 3 100% Coursework
Qualitative Methods
OG63A Research Project Tutorials and 3 100% Coursework
submission of the Research Project
OG69A Practicum 1 3 100% Coursework

OG69B Practicum 2 3 100% Coursework
OG69C Practicum 3 3 100% Coursework
OG69D Practicum 4 3 100% Coursework
OG68E Practicum 5 3 100% Coursework
OG69F Practicum 6 3 100% Coursework

COURSES (Electives)
Code Weighting
OG62A Psycho-dynamic Counselling 3 60% Exam

with Individuals 40% Coursework
OG62B Psycho-dynamic Counselling 3 60% Exam

with Groups 40% Coursework
OG62D Cognitive-Behavioural 3 60% Exam

Counselling with Individuals Part I 40% Coursework
OG62E Cognitive-Behavioural 3 60% Exam

Group Counselling 40% Coursework
OG62F Developing an Eclectic/ 3 60% Exam

Integrative Approach to Counselling 40%Coursework
Course Description: needs in choosing Counselling as a career. The

course continues by providing participants with an
Qualifying (Pre-Requisite) Courses overview of the principal schools of counselling as
they emerged chronologically and then provides
Course OG60A: An Introduction to Individual an in-depth look at counselling skills with particular
Counselling reference to the counselling of individuals. The limi-
tations of a skills approach to counselling are also
This course is designed to introduce participants explored. The course ends with an examination of
to the field of counselling by clarifying terminology, some of the concerns of trainee counsellors as they
examining research findings on the effectiveness consider the counselling process and the role of the
of counselling and counsellors, discussing the prin- supervisor.
ciples of counselling, providing an overview of the
counselling process and relating these to the partici-
pants awareness of themselves, their motives and

Course OG60B: Introduction to Group Counselling ends with a general discussion of the psycho-social
impact of these conditions, legal issues and the role
This course begins by discussing the definitions, ra- of the counsellor. Throughout the course the actual
tionale, goals and types of groups included in group experiences of people who have been challenged
counselling. Group leadership characteristics, strat- by these conditions are shared in order to retain the
egies, skills, functions and styles are then explored, emphasis on people rather than on impersonal and
together with issues of concern to group leaders. potentially destructive psychiatric labels.
The process and practice of group counselling and
the nature, roles and behaviour of group members Course OG60D: Developmental Psychology
are then analyzed. The practical considerations in-
volved in starting a group and the kinds of commu- This course offers an introduction to physical, social,
nication activities which students can use in groups cognitive, moral and linguistic development with an

are then described. Students are taught how to emphasis on theory and methodology. The biologi-
evaluate groups and the module ends by exploring cal and social bases of behaviour are explored and
the wider applications of group counselling. the pathology associated with failure to achieve psy-
cho-social tasks at each stage is explored.
Course OG60C: Abnormal Psychology
Course OG61A: Person-Centred Counselling
This course begins by identifying the benefits and pit-
falls of psychiatric classifications and how they have The course begins with an introduction to Carl Rog-
been used and misused by counsellors and other ers and to Person-Centred Counselling. Rogers
health professionals. Instruments which are used in original writings are used to develop a thorough un-
the assessment and diagnosis of the conditions cov- derstanding of the philosophical base, the theoreti-
ered in the course are discussed as each new topic cal assumptions, beliefs and values which underlie
is introduced. Learning disabilities are then explored Rogerian Counselling. Theoretical perspectives on
and Block A ends with a focus on mental retarda- the acquisition and maintenance of maladaptive be-
tion. Block B begins by looking at stress and coping haviour and on the process of effecting therapeutic
and the aetiology, signs, symptoms, treatment and personality change are explored. Primary empha-
management of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, sis is placed on how to establish a therapeutic rela-
schizophrenia, personality disorders and eating tionship and on developing the counsellors ability to
disorders. In Block C the focus shifts to substance demonstrate the conditions which facilitate personal
abuse with an emphasis on a typology of abused growth. The focus then shifts to Person-Centred
substances, signs and symptoms of substance Counselling in action and to a detailed examination
abuse, treatment, and management. The course of the counselling process and the development of

Person-Centred Counselling Skills. Case studies sion of professional issues which are of concern to
are used to develop insight into the practical appli- counsellors. Students are required to attend 80%
cation of Counselling theory. The course ends with of the classes on Professional Issues which will be
a detailed critique of Person-Centred Counselling in delivered by teleconferencing. The course begins by
which research findings on efficacy are explored and examining the ethical, legal and professional devel-
the wider applications of Person-centred Counsel- opment issues which counsellors confront in their
ling in families, groups, educational and other institu- practice. Models for ethical reasoning and codes of
tions are discussed. ethics from various cultures are discussed in order
to lay the foundation for the development of a West
Course OG61B: Group Counselling: Personal Indian code of ethics to guide Counsellors in individ-
Growth Groups ual and group counselling. The course then seeks
to help counsellors in training to explore their own
This course explores the application of Person-Cen- reactions to different, and, in some cases, socially
tred Counselling Theory to Group Counselling with proscribed groups by looking at the problems facing
specific references to Personal Growth Groups. these groups. The course then ends by looking at
The course begins with a description of types of Per- the role of the counsellor as a change agent in West
sonal Growth Groups such as T. groups, Encounter Indian societies.
Groups, Marathon Groups and Systematic Human
Relations Training. The goals and verbal and non- Course OG61D: Existential Counselling
verbal techniques which are used in such groups are
then presented. Leadership, group development, Existentialism is a philosophical approach to coun-
group dynamics, communication and counselling selling rather than a method of counselling. It has
skills utilized in these groups are then discussed. been included in the programme because it encour-
The course continues with practical information ages counsellors to grapple with life and death is-
on how to organize and evaluate these groups and sues and concerns inherent in human existence
ends with a discussion of the professional issues, which clients often bring to the counselling situation.
ethics and criticisms which have to be considered in Accordingly, this course begins with an introduction
using such groups, and wider applications to special to Existential Counselling in which some of the main
populations. assumptions and themes of this approach are dis-
cussed. The therapeutic relationship is then high-
Course OG61C: Professional Issues Part I lighted followed by a detailed exploration of writings
by existential psychotherapists and other existential
This course is designed as a series of seminars in authors on psychotherapy. Emphasis is given to
which various presenters will be initiating a discus- the practical application of existential philosophy in

counselling and to a discussion of the wider applica- Course OG61F: Professional Issues Part II
tions of this approach.
This course is designed to teach participants how to
Course OG61E: Vocational Counselling plan counselling programmes in different organiza-
tional settings. It then discusses the processes and
The course begins by reviewing historical informa- skills involved in Conflict Resolution and Mediation.
tion on the introduction of career counselling in West In Block B, the focus shifts to the development and
Indian schools. Participants are then introduced to organization of Counselling Programmes and the
new trends in the job market which have arisen as a course ends with a discussion of issues involved in
result of new technological developments and eco- the management and delivery of Counselling pro-
nomic changes sweeping the world. Theories and grammes and services.
research findings pertaining to vocational/ career

choice and development are then explored. Soci- Course OG62A: Psycho-dynamic Counselling
etal and individual factors influencing career choice with Individuals
and development are analysed.. In the next unit,
the world of work, the vocational counselling needs This course examines the psychoanalytic roots of
of special groups such as the handicapped are ad- psychodynamic counselling with special empha-
dressed. Block A ends with a unit on how to start sis on the philosophical assumptions, the principal
and manage a business for those clients seeking to concepts and techniques which Sigmund Freud
be self-employed. Block B focuses on the process pioneered. Freuds theories of Psycho-sexual de-
of finding and succeeding on the job. Detailed treat- velopment, his theories on the development of hu-
ment is given to job hunting skills, interpersonal re- man personality and the functioning of the mind will
lationships on the job, financial planning and cop- be analysed. The work of selected Neo-Freudians
ing with change. Educational considerations are will also be discussed as will object relations theory.
then explored in Block D not only for the secondary The emphasis throughout will be on the adaptation
school student selecting subjects in grade nine or of long-term psychoanalysis to short-term psycho-
third form, but also for the mature student seeking dynamic counselling. The therapeutic process, the
higher education and for people who need to re-en- acquisition and maintenance of maladaptive behav-
ter the work force. The course ends with guidelines iour, the principles and mechanisms of change and
on developing a vocational guidance programme in psychodynamic counselling skills and techniques
schools. will all be thoroughly examined. The wider applica-
bility of psychodynamic counselling to groups and
family therapy will also be addressed.

Course OG62B: Psycho-dynamic Counselling teaching participants how to use data processing
with Groups procedures and write a research report.
The course examines the application of psycho-dy- Course OG62D: Cognitive-Behavioural Counselling
namic theory to Group Counselling and attendant with Individuals
leadership, membership, communication, group
dynamics and professional issues. Participants will This course explores the interaction between
explore in-depth the application of psychoanalytic thought, perception, emotions and the many factors
techniques to group counselling. The course ends which shape behaviour. It begins with an overview
with a discussion of criticisms and research findings of the cognitive-behavioural school of counselling
on the effectiveness of psycho-dynamic group coun- and then focuses in depth on cognitive-behavioural
selling and its application to special groups, as well theory and the practical counselling skills and tech-
as the contribution which Psycho-dynamic Group niques which are used to help individual clients learn
Counselling can make to Eclectic and Integrative new patterns of behaviour. The course ends with a
Approaches to Counselling. critique of this approach and the wider applications
of this model to groups, families and educational in-
Course OG62C: Research Methods Part I: stitutions.
Quantitative Research Methods
Course OG62E: Cognitive Behavioural Group
This course examines the steps and skills involved Counselling
in conducting quantitative research. The course be-
gins by exploring the nature of enquiry, and then de- This course discusses the application of cognitive
scribes how to select and construct hypotheses, how behavioural theory to group counselling. It begins
to review the literature, identify and label variables with problem identification and goal setting and then
and construct operational definitions of these vari- continues by examining how to organize cognitive
ables. Techniques for the manipulation and control behavioural group counselling in terms of logistics,
of variables and problems of validity and invalidity content, sequence, methods, leadership, member-
are then explored. The course continues by teach- ship, activities, group dynamics and process issues,
ing participants how to construct research designs, monitoring, evaluation, termination and follow-up.
engage in proper procedures for observation and The course ends with a critique of cognitive behav-
measurement, construct and use questionnaires and ioural group counselling and a discussion of the
interview schedules and utilize sampling procedures wider applications of the theory with specific refer-
and statistical tests. Parametric and non-parametric ence to Family therapy, and a detailed treatment of
statistical tests are discussed. The course ends by the place of Cognitive Behavioural Group Counsel-

ling Theory and Practice in Eclectic and Integrative therapy. There will be an emphasis on perceptual,
Approaches to Counselling. conceptual and clinical skills of family therapists.
This course provides a foundation for future training
Course OG62F: Developing an Eclectic/ Integrative in this area.
Approach to Counselling
Course OG62H: Research Methods Part II:
This course seeks to help the student to consider the Qualitative Research Methods
integrative themes underlying all of the major schools
of counselling included in this M.Sc programme as a This course focuses on the nature, principles, theo-
prelude to developing the students own personal the- ries and methods of qualitative research. It begins by
ory of counselling. The course begins by considering discussing the nature of knowledge and qualitative re-
the extent to which it is possible to reconcile conflict- search as well as theories and principles guiding this

ing philosophical assumptions, beliefs and values as kind of research. Different approaches and methods
expressed in the Psycho-dynamic, Humanistic and are examined including action research, case stud-
Cognitive-Behavioural schools of counselling. It then ies, ethnographic research, discourse analysis and
encourages the student to consider the implications comparative methodologies. Participants are taught
of these schools of thought for his or her own self- how to use data gathering techniques and how to
development, self-exploration and self-knowledge. analyze and write research reports using qualitative
It then systematically explores the extent to which research methods.
these counselling theories can be integrated in an
effort to help counsellors to understand their clients Course OG62 I: Cognitive-Behavioural Counselling
concerns and to improve their professional practice. with Individuals Part II
The course ends with each student thinking through
and writing down his or her own personal theory This course builds on Course OG62D by discuss-
of counselling to guide his or her own counselling ing how to select and implement strategies to use
practice. in Cognitive-Behavioural Counselling of individuals.
Additional strategies are also described, including,
Course OG62G: Family Therapy symbolic modelling, using oneself as a model and
participant modelling, emotive imagery and covert
This is an introductory course on theoretical and modelling, cognitive modelling and problem solv-
therapeutic components of major schools of therapy ing, cognitive restructuring, re-framing and stress
concerning marital and family therapy. Videotapes, inoculation, meditation, muscle relaxation, system-
training films and simulations will be used to explore atic desensitization and self-management strate-
therapeutic behaviours which differentiate schools of gies. Issues relating to termination and follow-up

are explored, and the course ends by presenting a 1. Family Planning and Sterilization Techniques for
range of criticisms of the wider applications of this Nurses (February 15- 26, 2010).
approach to counselling.
2. Family Planning and Reproductive Health Admin-
Course OG63A: Tutorials on the Research Project istration (May 10-21, 2010)
These sessions have been designed as tutorials 3. Sexual and Reproductive Health for Medical Doc-
whose purpose is to assist students on a weekly tors and Senior Nurses (October 18-29, 2010).
basis via teleconferencing, as they work on their For details of these courses please see the attached
research projects. The presenters will act as re- training schedule for 2009-2010.
source persons and the tutorials will be developed
and directed by students to meet their own needs Department Contact Information:
for supervision as they design and conduct research

and write their projects. The Training DepartmentThe Hugh Wynter Fertility
Management UnitThe Faculty of Medical Science-
The Research Proposal sUWI, Mona.
At the end of the first week of the first semester in Programme Coordinator: Mrs. Lillith Williams
the third year, MSc students are required to submit
a research proposal on a subject that is of interest DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY
to them and that is in keeping with Counselling and
Psychotherapy. Head: Professor Carlos T. Escoffery, BSc (Hons),
MBBS (Hons), DM (Path) UWI, MIAC
Additional Information/Notes:
The Department of Pathology offers three gradu-
MSc Counselling students are also required to par- ate courses leading to the DM (Pathology) Degree
ticipate in a therapy group at each site, hence the of the University of the West Indies. These training
need to have a minimum of six persons at each site programmes are designed to produce graduates
to form a viable therapy group. for consultant posts in the various subspecialties of
Short In-Service Departmental Training Courses for Pathology in the Commonwealth Caribbean. Can-
Registered Nurses, Nurse-Midwives, Nurse Practi- didates may choose to be trained in the following
tioners and Obstetricians and Gynaecologists are Graduate programmes:
also offered for continuing education:

Anatomical Pathology biopsy and cytology specimens and from the find-
ings of post-mortem examinations
Haematology
sufficient technical knowledge of the processing,
Chemical Pathology sectioning and staining of histological sections (in-
cluding special techniques such as immuno- histo-
DM (Pathology) chemistry) and of cytological preparations to be able
to function as a consultant Pathologist equipped for
Specializations/Options: independent practice in hospital-based and stand-
alone clinical laboratories and to interact appropri-
Anatomical ately with medical technologists colleagues over
those aspects of the technical work for which they

Programme Objectives: are responsible.
The objectives of the programme are to: Familiarity with health and safety regulations relating
to the practice of histopathology and its subspecial-
the attitudes that are essential for lifelong learning, ties such that the working environment is safe both
scholarly enquiry and professional problem solving for themselves and for their colleagues
as pathologists in the context of an evolving body
of scientific and professional knowledge by build- understanding of information technology sufficient to
ing on previous undergraduate and general medi- be able to use computers for producing pathology
cal training experience so that relevant knowledge reports and laboratory statistics, to search databas-
of disease processes is acquired and maintained at es and to access e-mail and internet services
a level consistent with the requirements of indepen-
dent practice in this group of medical specialties management and communication skills in order to in-
teract appropriately with medical, scientific, technical
critical skills for the assessment of published liter- and clerical colleagues in the workplace and eventu-
ature and, where possible, to contribute to the ad- ally to function as a team leader, if so requested
vancement of such knowledge
responsibility for their standard of professional prac-
interpretive skills based on the theory and practice tice with an awareness of their own limitations, the
of pathology as a clinical laboratory science at both benefits of team working and of the requirements of
macroscopic and microscopic levels such that clini- the Medical Council of Jamaica.
cally useful opinions can be produced from surgical,

Entry Requirements:
(See general regulations Doctor of Medicine)

Applicants should be Medical Graduates of a University or Medical School recognized by the University of the
West Indies and fully registered in the territory or territories in which training will take place after completing their
Internship and Senior House Officer Rotations.
Candidates will be required to submit a written application and may be required to attend an interview to be
eligible for selection to the programme.
Four years full-time
The programme will be a minimum of four years. The course of study will normally take place at the University
Hospital of the West Indies or at institutions in the contributing territories recognized by the University for this
purpose; but up to one years elective period may be spent at an approved institution in or out of the Caribbean.
Throughout the programme, candidates must hold recognised posts in accredited hospitals or be on the elec-
tive period. The Specialty Board in Pathology is in overall charge of the programme and is the sole and final
authority on all matters concerning the programme.
Academic
Basic Histology 3-month Sub-specialty Sub-specialty

Use of the rotation areas including area including
Microscope through but not limited but not limited
Presentation Chemical to: cardiovascular, to: cardiovas-
methods, Pathology gastrointestinal, cular, gastroin -
research laboratory neuropathology testinal, neuro-
methology paediatric, and pathology,
renal pathology paediatric and
renal pathology
Basic Pathology 6-month laboratory laboratory

Rotation quality assurance quality assurance

Through and management and management
Haematology/
Oncology
Conferences and Conferences Conferences and Conferences

Seminars and Seminars Seminars and Seminars
Service Based
Autopsy Autopsy Autopsy Autopsy
Introductory Basic Surgical Surgical

Surgical labaratory pathology pathology
Pathology work flow and and cytology and cytology
Through management NB: Increasing NB: Increasing
scribing Surgical levels of respon- levels of
pathology sibility and responsibility
and cytology competence and competence
Sub-specialty
areas includ-ing
but notlimited to:
cardiovascular,
gastrointestinal,
neuropathology,
paediatric,
andrenal pathology
Research Research paper Research

Paper Optional Approved paper
elective

DM Part IDM Part II DM (Pathology)
Course Specializations/Options:
Course CodeCourse Name Chemical Pathology
RETH 9004DM Pathology Programme Objectives:
Course Description: The objectives of the programme are to:

The DM Anatomical Pathology programme is a four
year graduate courses which aims to provide the Provide a solid foundation in the theory and practice
graduate with the knowledge and skills to function of pathology as a clinical laboratory science
as a consultant Anatomical Pathologist equipped for
independent practice in hospital-based and stand- Provide training in the diagnosis of disease by labo-
alone clinical laboratories. ratory methods
Provide the graduate with the knowledge and skills

Additional Information/Notes: to function as a consultant Pathologist equipped for
independent practice in hospital-based and stand-
During the programme, students will be expected to alone clinical laboratories
teach undergraduate medical students and other al-
lied professionals and to present the research work Encourage the development of attitudes that are es-
of the department at learned conferences locally and sential for life-long learning, scholarly enquiry and
internationally. With advancement through the pro- professional problem solving as pathologists in the
gramme, senior students will be involved in the guid- context of an evolving body of scientific and profes-
ance of residents at lower stages of training. sional knowledge
Department Contact Information: Entry Requirements:

Department of PathologyUniversity of the West In-
diesMona, Kingston 7Jamaica W.I.Ph: (876) 927- (See general regulations Doctor of Medicine)
1410 / 977-3942Fax: (876) 977-1811
Applicants should be Medical Graduates of a Uni-
Programme Coordinator: Dr Nadia P Williams versity or Medical School recognized by the Univer-
sity of the West Indies and fully registered in the ter-
ritory or territories in which training will take place

after completing their Internship and Senior House Programme Coordinator: Dr Eric Choo Kang
Officer Rotations.
Candidates will be required to submit a written ap- TROPICAL MEDICINE RESEARCH
plication and may be required to attend an interview INSTITUTE
to be eligible for selection to the programme.
Director:Professor Terrence Forrester,MBBS, DM,
Duration of programme: PhD, MRCP, FRCP
Four years full-time The Tropical Medicine Research Institute offers the
following Graduate programmes:
Course Code Course Name
RETH 9004 DM Chemical Pathology MSc Nutrition

MPhil / PhD Nutrition
Course Description: MSc Epidemiology
The DM Chemical Pathology programmes is a four PhD Epidemiology
year graduate course which aim to provide the grad-
uate with the knowledge and skills to function as a Masters of Science in Nutrition
consultant Chemical Pathologist and Laboratory
Manager, equipped for independent practice in hos- Rationale
pital-based and stand-alone clinical laboratories.
The Caribbean region is in nutrition transition with
Additional Information/Notes: increasing incidence of nutrition related chronic dis-
eases while nutritional deficiencies persist. In addi-
During the programme, students will be expected to tion, the peoples of the region are increasingly tar-
teach undergraduate medical students and other al- geted and influenced by nutrition information from
lied professionals and to present the research work a variety of sources of varying accuracy. Within this
of the department at learned conferences locally and context it is essential to have a cadre of profession-
internationally. als with a clear understanding of the scientific bases
of nutrition and its application at the individual, com-
Department Contact Information: munity and national levels. The Masters of Sciences
in Nutrition programme will provide students with a
Department of PathologyUniversity of the West In- comprehensive core knowledge of nutrition and an
diesMona, Kingston 7Jamaica W.I.Ph: (876) 927- awareness of the interface with other disciplines, to
1410 / 977-3942Fax: (876) 977-1811 equip them with the necessary range of skills to ad-

dress the nutrition needs of the region.
Objectives
To provide training that will equip graduates with the necessary knowledge, analytical, communication and re-
search skills to be capable of:
1) assessing food and nutrition needs at the individual, community and national levels
2) critically evaluating research and other nutrition information in order to provide accurate and current informa-
tion to the general public and persons in the education and health sectors
3) providing appropriate nutritional advice in both clinical and public health settings
4) utilizing evidence based methodology to inform policy and programme design and implementation and con-
tribute to the research agenda in their countries
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must be graduates of approved Universities with a minimum of a lower second class honours or
equivalent degree in Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Agriculture or other subjects acceptable to the Faculty
of Medicine.
Duration of programme: 15 months full-time
The Masters programme is comprised of four courses followed by a six-month research project (TU680). The
first two courses, Concepts and Principles of Nutritional Sciences (TU60A) and Essentials of the Scientific
Method (TU61A) are taught in the first semester while Public Health Nutrition (TU60B) and Clinical Nutrition
(TU61B) are taught in the second semester.

COURSES
Code Weighting
TU60A Concepts and Principles 6 80% Exam

of Nutritional Sciences 20% CrW
TU61A Essentials of the 6 80% Exam

Scientific Method 20% CrW
TU60B Public Health Nutrition 6 80% Exam

20% CrW
TU61B Clinical Nutrition 6 80% Exam

20% CrW

TU680 Research project 12
CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES OFNUTRITION SCIENCES (TU60A)
1. Foods.
Food groups, food composition tables, toxins, food microbiology, processing and nutrient losses.
2. Nutrition in the life cycle.

Diets of vulnerable groups - pregnant and lactating women, infants and young children, school children, ado-
lescents, the elderly.
Growth and development, physiology of pregnancy and lactation and ageing.
3. Nutritional biochemistry and physiology.

Chemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins and trace elements.
Integration, coordination and regulationof macronutrient metabolism
Energy expenditure and energy balance.
Protein quality evaluation
Gastrointestinal physiology and digestion
4. Assessment of diet and nutritional status.

Dietary assessment - for individuals and groups.

Anthropometric assessment and body composition management and analysis using STATA.
Clinical and biochemical assessment.
4. Interpretation and presentation of data
5. Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) Literature reviews - critical review of scientific journal
Definitions, estimation of requirements and deriva- articles.
tions of recommended intakes, uses and limitations
of DRIs. 5. Techniques for the development of a research
proposal
ESSENTIALS OF THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD
(TU61A) PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION (TU60B)
1. Epidemiology 1. Food and nutrition policy and planning and inter-

Introduction to epidemiology, historical highlights ventions

of epidemiology, introduction to demography, mea- World nutritional problems, food security, problem
sures of disease frequency, sources of health statis- identification, programme planning, implementation,
tics in country, concepts of cause and causal theory, monitoring and evaluation.
measures of effect (association), principles of mea- Nutrition surveillance, nutrition education, nutrition
surement, study designs in epidemiology, statistical supplementation and fortification, food based ap-
methods in epidemiology. Ethics. proaches.
Goals and guidelines for meal planning, surveys of
2. Research methods food consumption. Food based dietary guidelines.
Research principles, sampling methods, principles Food safety, laws and regulation, food labeling.
of measurement, study designs, organization of sur-
veys, questionnaire design, data collection methods, 2. Achieving lifestyle changes - health promotion
interviewing techniques. Reliability and validity. and disease prevention, communication strategies,
counseling-process and techniques, education, mo-
tivation: theory and skills, behaviour modification.
3. Statistics and Data Analysis
Types of data, frequency distributions, data sum- 3. Nutrition Epidemiology
mary, probability, normal, binomial and Poisson Diet and disease relationships, types of studies,
distributions, sampling distributions, confidence in- methodology and interpretation.
tervals, hypothesis testing, simple linear regression,
correlation, analysis of variance, transformation, dis- 4.Nutrition in Primary Health Care
tribution free tests, sample size determination. Data Field trips organized by the Nutrition Division of the

Ministry of Health. tional and community care, palliation, artificial feed-
ing. Application of appropriate management skills
5. Sports Nutrition for investigations, nutritional advice and treatment,
Physiology and biochemistry of exercise, nutrition- referrals, institutional care and community care.
al requirements, nutritional considerations for an General principles of nutritional support, routes of
event. support
CLINICAL NUTRITION (TU61B) 6. Drug nutrient interactions.
1. Under-nutrition OTHER ACTIVITIES

Malnutrition-classification and clinical features, treat-
ment, stunting and wasting, Kwashiorkor -aetiology, Introduction to word processing and presentations

associated factors; infection, immunity, diarrhoea,
parasites, mental development, social background, Ward rounds on the ward for malnourished children
long term effects and implications. Anaemia. An- at the Tropical Metabolism Research Unit
orexia and starvation.
Discussion of research being carried out by staff
2. Chronic non-communicable diseases
Aetiology, risk factors, management and epidemiol- Research seminars given by staff and invited guests
ogy of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, weekly during the semester.
hypertension. Diet and cancer. HIV/AIDS and nutri-
tion. RESEARCH PROJECT (TU680)
3. Altered nutritional requirements in relevant dis- Investigation and written report of an approved top-
ease states, unusual requirements. ic.
The research proposal and introduction should be
4. Assessment of Clinical and Functional Metabolic completed during the second semester and present-
State ed before the end of semester examinations. The
Clinical skills, history taking, recognizing physical following phases should be carried out during the
signs, diagnosis of primary and secondary nutrition- next six (6) months: - project preparation, data col-
al diseases. lection, data entry and analysis and preparation of a
written report which should be submitted at the end
5. Therapy and Management of November.
Acute and chronic illnesses, rehabilitation, institu- The written report should not exceed 25,000 words

and should conform with the Universitys regulations health related masters degrees may be considered
for preparation of theses. but these persons would be required to complete
courses in nutrition as determined by the depart-
Department Contact Information: ment. All candidates will be required to register for
the MPhil degree in the first instance (unless they
Tropical Medicine Research InstituteThe Univer- already hold such a degree) and may have their
sity of the West Indies, MonaKingston 7, Jamaica, registration upgraded to the PhD after a minimum
W.I.Email: tmri @uwimona.edu.jmTel: (876) 927- of one year if conditions outlined for transfers from
1884 / 977-6251Fax: (876) 977-0632 MPhil to PhD by the Office of Graduate Studies and
Research are met.
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Christine Powell
Some examples of areas of research currently being
MPhil / PhD Nutrition undertaken in the Institute:
Programme Objectives: The aim of these courses is Jamaica Healthy Lifestyle Survey II
to train professional nutritionists capable of assum-
ing leadership roles in academia, government, in- Jamaica Youth Risk and Resiliency Behaviour Sur-
dustry and private sector enterprises nationally and vey
internationally. They will be expected to advance
knowledge in nutrition through research and the ap- Impact of early life experience on cardio-respiratory
plication of evidence based methodology to guide risk and bone mineral density in adolescence in Ja-
policy and decision making. maica
Entry Requirements: Human resources for Health
Candidates seeking to enter the MPhil programme The effects of early childhood stimulation on eco-
should possess a first degree with upper second or nomic, cognitive and social outcomes in a cohort of
first class honours. They will be required to pursue stunted Jamaican children: The 22 years follow-up
the first year of the MSc Nutrition programme and study
achieve an average of B+ or higher to be eligible for
transfer to the MPhil programme. Caregiver training and early stimulation for young
children in child care facilities
Candidates applying for the PhD programme should
hold an MSc or MPhil degree in Nutrition. Other

Nutrition in sickle cell disease tion candidates are required to complete a mandato-
ry 6 credit hours of courses but may also be required
Gluthathione homeostasis in sickle cell disease to do additional courses based on their background
knowledge. Candidates for the MPhil degree may be
Amino acid requirements in sickle cell disease required to take an oral examination on the general
field of study and on the thesis.
Relationship between body composition and utiliza-
tion of protein and fats as fuels The PhD degree
Protein and amino acid metabolism in severe child- The PhD is fundamentally a research degree, and is
hood malnutrition examined by thesis and an oral examination. Can-
didates are also required to complete a mandatory

Relationship between birth weight and urea kinetics 9 credit hours of courses but may also be required
in children to do additional courses based on their background
knowledge. The PhD thesis should make a distinct
Energy requirements, body composition and cardio- contribution to the advancement of the field of nutri-
vascular risk in adults from urban and rural Jamaica tion and show evidence of originality and indepen-
dent critical thought. It should meet the professional
Seminars standards of the discipline, be satisfactory as re-
gards
One departmental seminar per academic year.
The MPhil degree normally takes a minimum of two

years of intensive research on a full-time basis. A
PhD degree usually takes a minimum of three years
full-time. Part-time studies may also be pursued.
The MPhil Degree

This programme consists largely of work on a re-
search topic which is examined by thesis. In addi-

COURSE (Core)
Code
NUTR6001 Concepts and Principles of Nutrition Sciences 6
NUTR6002 Essentials of the Scientific Method 6
MICR6560 Diagnostic Medical Microbiology 6
(Candidates may choose from among these or other available courses based on their area of interest)
COURSE (Electives)

Code
NUTR6002 Public Health Nutrition 6
NUTR6102 Clinical Nutrition 6
EPID6104 Critical evaluation of the scientific literature and 3

writing scientific manuscripts
EPID6102 Introduction to Statistics and computing 6

EPID6101 Fundamentals of epidemiology 6
EPID6202 Ethics and Research methods 6
Course Description:
For Nutrition courses see the MSc Nutrition programme and for Epidemiology courses see the MSc
Epidemiology programme.

Tropical Medicine Research InstituteThe University of the West Indies, Mona,Kingston 7, JamaicaTel: 876-927-
1884, 876-977-6251Fax: 876-977-0632
Email: [email protected]

Programme Coordinator: Dr. Christine Powell analyse a data set using existing statistical soft-
ware.
MSc Epidemiology
Prepare a paper for presentation or publication.
Appreciate the policy implications of epidemiologic
Graduates of the MSc program are expected to: research.
Have knowledge of epidemiological concepts, prin- Contribute to health service delivery policy develop-
ciples, methods, sources of data and relevant ethical ment
issues; be able to work with and interpret existing
data. Entry Requirements:

Describe trends and patterns of disease incidence, Candidates should be graduates in medicine, den-
prevalence, burden of major diseases (both new and tistry, veterinary medicine, other health sciences, or
emerging) and factors affecting health status; indi- social sciences. The undergraduate record should
cate major etiologic and prognostic factors for the be distinguished and an aptitude for the study of
same. a quantitative discipline should be demonstrated.
Candidates are expected to meet any and all other
Read, understand and evaluate the scientific litera- all matriculation requirements of the University of the
ture relevant to epidemiology. West Indies.
Assessment and selection will be via review of cur-
Understand the strengths and weaknesses of major riculum vitae and interview.
methodological and analytical techniques used in
epidemiology. Duration of programme:
Develop testable hypotheses, set out relevant re- Full time for 12 months starting in September
search questions, design and develop a feasible re-
search proposal. Programme Structure: Award of the MSc Epidemiol-
ogy requires a minimum of 40 credit hours (inclusive
Apply epidemiological concepts, principles, methods of core courses and options) and a satisfactory proj-
and analytical techniques in research studies. ect report.
Exhibit practical skills, including subject selection,
data collection, study logistics; construct a data set;

Semester 1
Epidemiology 1Introduction to Statistics and ComputingResearch MethodsCritical Evaluation of the Medical
Literature and Scientific ManuscriptsResearch EthicsEpidemiology of Infectious Diseases and HIV
Semester 2
Epidemiology 2Statistical Methods in EpidemiologyData Management for Epidemiology StudiesEpidemiology
of Chronic Non-Communicable DiseasesMaternal and Child HealthHealth Services ResearchGenetic & Mo-
lecular EpidemiologyNutritional Epidemiology
Semesters 1 & 2 Research Report
COURSES

Code Weighting
EPID6101 Epidemiology 6 20% Coursework
80% Exam
EPID6102 Introduction to Statistics and Computing 6 30% Coursework 70% Exam
EPID6103 Research Methods 4 20% Coursework 80% Exam
EPID6104 Critical Evaluation of the Medical Literature 3 100% and Coursework
Writing Scientific Manuscripts
EPID6105 Research Ethics 2 100% Exam
EPID6106 Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases 20% Coursework
and HIV 3 80% Exam
EPID6100 Research Report 6 100% Coursework
EPID6201 Epidemiology 2 4 20% Coursework 80% Exam
EPID6202 Statistical Methods in Epidemiology 4 30% Coursework
70% Exam
EPID6203 Data Management for Epidemiology Studies 2 100% Coursework
EPID6204 Epidemiology of Chronic 3 100% Coursework
Non-Communicable Diseases
EPID6205 Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology 2 30% Coursework
70% Exam
EPID6206 Health Service Research 2 100% Exam

EP6101: Epidemiology 1 (measured, nominal, ordinal etc.), sample, includ-
ing ideas of randomness, statistic, emphasizing the
The aim of this course is to provide an introduction distinction from population values, sampling distri-
to the basic concepts and methods of epidemiolo- bution, approximate and exact, relevance of sample
gy. Content areas include: History of epidemiology, size, estimation, properties of estimators, hypothesis
Scope of epidemiology (including introduction to out- tests, type I and II errors, sensitivity and specificity,
break investigation), Measures of disease frequency confidence intervals, comparison: the central idea
(case definition) Measures of Effect (Risk) natu- of the comparison of groups, role of randomization,
ral history of disease, indices of population health, tests of significance, blocking: pairing and match-
ICD10, study designs, interpretation of epidemiolog- ing, association: contingency tables and correlation,
ical studies, cause and association, measurement ANOVA: basic idea, reliability, repeatability, agree-
and measurement error, Preventive strategies & ment, Assumptions: their importance and relevance,

measures of public health impact, General principles examination, transformations, sampling variation,
of comparative trial, Randomization: rationale, orga- estimation and hypothesis testing, regression analy-
nization, ethics and statistical methods, Size of trials: sis, analysis of trends.
power calculations, need for large trials, problems
of small trials, alternative trial designs, principles of EPID6103 Research Methods
meta-analysis, Data monitoring and clinical trials re-
porting, Practical on drafting a trial protocol. This module aims to introduce the concepts of study
design, data management and data analysis which
EP6102: Introduction to Statistics and Computing are suitable for epidemiological research which will
allow the student to design studies and write com-
The aim of this course is to introduce the basic sta- petitive proposals on contemporary issues in epide-
tistical methods used in medical and public health miology and public health; provide the practical skills
research and to help students develop the skills necessary to plan and carry out research projects
needed to apply these methods with a statistical as well as explore the principles and concepts as-
computer package. Content areas include definition sociated with the design of sample surveys which
and classification of variables, basic methods of pre- are representative of populations and the analysis
senting data, measures of position and variability, of data from such surveys. Content areas include
fundamentals of probability, including an introduc- preparing a research proposal, systematic review
tion to the basic distributions normal, binomial. Pois- methodology, study design issues in epidemiologi-
son), classical inference, comprising: population, in- cal studies, sampling, budgeting, developing a field
cluding the ideas of model and parameter: types of protocol, questionnaire design, managing a research
population (notional, actual etc.), response variable team, data presentation and report writing

EPID6104 Critical Evaluation of the Medial research involving human participants, International
Literature and Writing Scientific guidelines in the protection of human participants,
Manuscripts the responsibilities of organizations or individuals in
protecting human participants, maintaining confiden-
This module aims to describe and illustrate the tiality throughout the research process, the informed
methods available for identifying and reviewing consent process and vulnerable populations, the
quantitative and qualitative literature. This will pro- role of regulatory bodies and institutions in maintain-
vide students with a perspective on the development ing ethical standards, Research Ethics in the Carib-
and uses of epidemiology through discussion of key bean.
epidemiological papers. The student should devel-
op the skills to find, interpret and criticize information EPID6106 Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases and
in the epidemiological literature and the competence HIV/AIDS
to write scientific manuscripts in accordance with

the requirements of journals and other publications. The aim of this module is to provide a multidisci-
Content areas include planning the review: the role plinary framework for understanding the principles of
of the literature review and specification of the task, interventions against infectious diseases. It provides
identification of relevant literature both published perspectives on the epidemiology of communicable
and unpublished: developing a search strategy and diseases: basic concepts and methods; epidemio-
using bibliographic databases, appraising the litera- logical aspects of vaccination; surveillance and out-
ture: methods for assessing the quality of quantitative break investigation; and detailed discussion of the
and qualitative research, synthesizing the evidence: epidemiology of important representative infectious
integration of the evidence using both quantitative diseases.
and qualitative methods; principles of meta-analysis,
formulating recommendations and writing reviews. It also provides students with an understanding of
the control of communicable diseases in countries
EPID6105 Research Ethics with a developed public health infrastructure. Spe-
cial emphasis will be placed on HIV/AIDS as one of
The aim of this module is for students to develop an the threats to health in the Caribbean. Content areas
awareness and knowledge of the ethical principles include Principles of infectious disease (ID) epide-
which guide researchers, especially those studying miology, principles of surveillance, epidemiological
human subjects. methods I: Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS),
Content areas include historical events that have in- Infectious Disease Outbreak investigation and selec-
fluenced current ethical guidelines, the fundamental tion of appropriate comparison groups and logistical
ethical principles that guide the ethical conduct of issues; mathematical models for ID; New vaccines:

The Jamaica rotavirus experience; Emerging infec- case-control and cross-sectional studies by cross-
tious diseases and bioterrorism; HIV/AIDS - epide- tabulation, stratification and regression and intro-
miology, natural history, evaluation and treatment duce them to the analysis of large, population-based
and prevention including vaccine trials. datasets. Content areas include analysis of cohort
studies using classical methods.
EPID6201 Epidemiology 2 Stratification, confounding and interaction, design is-
sues in case-control studies, analysis of case control
This module aims to provide an advanced under- studies using classical methods, matching in case
standing of, and confidence to chose and execute, control studies, likelihood theory, logistic regression
study design, analysis and interpretation of epide- for the analysis of case-control, cross-sectional and
miological studies and to understand epidemiologi- fixed cohort studies, regression methods for case-
cal methods applied to public health. Content areas control studies (Unconditional and conditional logis-

include definition of cases in epidemiological stud- tic regression), advanced design issues in case-con-
ies, rates (including Standardization) and measures trol studies, regression methods for cohort studies
of frequency and effect (risk), measures of public and survival analysis. Assessing goodness of fit.
health impact (population attributable risk and num- Multiplicative and additive models. Attributable frac-
ber-needed-to-treat, study design, planning and tions. Meta-analysis and systematic reviews, survey
execution, developing instruments, achieving good analysis - weighted data, analysis of clustered data,
measurement technique and reducing random error, repeated measures, design effects, dealing with
bias, confounding, data management and analysis, missing data.
measures of reliability (e.g. Kappa statistics), valid-
ity (sensitivity, specificity, predictive validity, likeli- EPID6203 Data Management for
hood ratio, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) Epidemiological Studies
curves, screening and surveillance, including com-
parison and analysis of routine data, causality phil- The module aims to give students the practical skills
osophical (inductive and deductive reasoning) and to create, check and manage a database suitable for
mathematical basis (probability concepts) and deci- epidemiological studies.
sion making. Content areas include Data entry/data entry verifica-
tion, data quality and data checking, data manage-
ment and manipulation, data analysis and data sum-
EPID6202 Statistical Methods in Epidemiology mary and presentation.
This module aims to equip students with the skills

needed to analyze and interpret data from cohort,

EPID6204 Epidemiology of Chronic with particular reference to developing countries.
Non-Communicable Diseases
Content areas include Issues related to reproductive
The course aims to make the student aware of the biology; bearing healthy children (maternal health,
burden of chronic non-communicable diseases infertility and adverse foetal and child outcomes),
(CNCDs) on the public health agenda of countries, avoiding childbearing (contraception and induced
at various stages of development and to examine abortion), maintaining a healthy reproductive sys-
and understand the methodological issues in differ- tem (STDs, HIV, reproductive cancers), the social
ent types of study design aimed at identifying the de- context in which reproductive health concerns arise
terminants of major CNCDs and to be able to plan, and will cover concepts of reproductive rights, gen-
implement and evaluate preventive strategies. der perspectives, reproductive health services, pro-
Content areas include the Epidemiology of life- grammes and policies among others, developing
style related issues such as obesity, cardiovascu- the skill to identify and process new information, the
lar diseases (hypertension, stroke, coronary artery public health problems facing pregnant women and
disease), diabetes , cancer and depression, with babies and the complex of factors which contribute
particular reference to developing countries, with to these problems, indicators of levels of maternal
reference to the main studies in these areas, ap- and perinatal health, methods of measurement and
plication of different types of study design to the sources of information. e.g. millennium development
epidemiology of major CNCDs, including ecological, goals, methods and techniques from different disci-
cohort and case-control studies and intervention tri- plines which can contribute to the study of the health
als, issues of screening for chronic disease: method- problems of pregnant women and babies, current
ological issues, implementation and evaluation and strategies for the improvement of maternal and peri-
the role of genetics and the environment on chronic natal health, examining links between the health of
disease aetiology. women and children.
EPID6205 Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology EPID 6206 Health Services Research
The aim of this module is to explore the nature and This module aims to provide students with a range
determinants of ill-health in pregnant women and of ways of thinking about health services and health
children (0-10 years), and to demonstrate the contri- systems by assessing its component parts. Drawing
bution of methods drawn from epidemiology, demog- on public health, epidemiology, economics and so-
raphy and the social sciences to problem identifica- ciology, the Teaching Unit will help students under-
tion and to the design and evaluation of strategies to stand how services function, the reasons services
improve the health of pregnant women and children have developed in the way they have, the basis of

some universal, persistent problems, and possible association studies, family-based association stud-
solutions to such difficulties. Content areas include ies, Appreciation of the importance of genetics to
Inputs of health services: Introduction to course and public health, the role of ethical issues in the study of
to health services - what is meant by health care, lay genetic determinants of disease and an appreciation
care and formal care, different levels of health ser- of the role of race/ethnicity and genetics in disease
vices. Diseases and medical knowledge. Sources of causation.
finance and health care expenditure; Processes of
health services: Need, demand and use. Health pro- EP6208 Nutritional Epidemiology
fessionals. Professional-patient interaction. Finan-
cial management, Assessing health services and The aim of this course is to introduce students to key
systems: Methods for assessing health services at issues in the design and interpretation of nutritional
micro and meso levels, and whole systems and The epidemiological studies, and to evaluate current un-

Response to challenges to health care: in industrial- derstanding of the relationship between nutrition and
ized and developing countries. disease.
Content areas include an Introduction to the changing
EP6207 Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology patterns of diet, nutrition and health, the relationship
between dietary intake and disease, epidemiological
The aim of this module is to give students a basic methods used in the investigation of the association
understanding of the techniques used, and an ap- between diet and disease, methods for assessing
preciation of the importance of molecular epidemiol- dietary intake at a population and individual level,
ogy and introduce to them the ways in which genetic dietary methodology food frequency questionnaire,
analysis may be used with epidemiological studies 24 hour recall, food diaries and their validation, ret-
to provide a powerful means of exploring the aetiol- rospective and prospective methods of determining
ogy of disease. dietary intake, the meaning and analysis of total di-
Content areas include an Introduction to Genet- etary intake, body composition and anthropometry,
ics: genes and chromosomes, alleles and polymor- biomedical assessment of nutritional status, cor-
phisms, Mendelian Inheritance, linkage, penetrance, rection of measurement error in data analysis, re-
quantitative genetics, computational analysis, De- gression analysis of nutritional data, the relationship
signing studies to determine the extent of genetic between diet and some chronic diseases such as
contribution to the aetiology of a disease, and its cardiovascular diseases, cancer, obesity, diabetes
mode of transmission: family studies, twin studies, and osteoporosis.
segregation analysis, Designing studies to determine
the location of the gene, and the allele responsible
for a disease: linkage studies, affected sib studies,

EPID6100 Research Report They will be expected to have a sound knowledge
of epidemiological concepts, principles, methods,
Investigation and written report of an approved sources of data and relevant ethical issues; be able
topic. to work with and interpret existing data, read and
The research proposal and introduction should be understand and evaluate the scientific literature rel-
completed during the first semester and presented evant to epidemiology and their areas of expertise,
before the end of semester examinations. The fol- develop testable hypotheses and set out relevant re-
lowing phases should be carried out during the next search questions and design and develop a feasible
semester: - project preparation, data collection, data research proposal, exhibit practical skills - including
entry and analysis and preparation of a written re- subject selection, data collection, study logistics,
port which should be submitted at the end of July. construction a data set, data analysis skills and sci-
The written report should not exceed 5,000 words entific writing skills and contribute to health service
and should conform to the Universitys regulations delivery policy development.

for preparation of theses.
Entry Requirements:
The MPhil/PhD in Epidemiology is considered a re-
The Epidemiology Research Unit, TMRIThe Univer- search degree with most of the period within training
sity of the West Indies, MonaJamaica, West IndiesE- focused on the development and execution of the
mail: [email protected]: (876) 927-2471 planned project. All University Regulations for ma-
/ 977-6151Fax: (876) 927-2984 triculation must be fulfilled.
Candidates with an MSc in Epidemiology or an
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Marshall Tulloch-Reid equivalent degree in Epidemiology are eligible for
the MPhil/PhD programme and can apply to Gradu-
MPhil / PhD Epdemiology ate Studies for admission to the programme.
Candidates who do not have a graduate degree are
Programme Objectives: encouraged to pursue the MSc in Epidemiology prior
to applying to the MPhil/PhD programme.
The aim of the MPhil/PhD programme is to produce Candidates with a Graduate Degree who are inter-
epidemiologists who are capable of assuming lead- ested in pursuing the MPhil/PhD in Epidemiology will
ership roles in academia, government, industry and also be considered for admission. Some of these
private sector enterprises nationally and internation- candidates, depending on their previous training
ally. and experience, may be required to complete taught
courses that are offered with the MSc in Epidemi-

ology as determined by their Supervisor. Consider- Risk Factors and Dietary & Physical Intervention
ation may be given to the possible equivalence of

other qualifying courses offered by the UWI or other The economic impact of obesity
institutions. These UWI courses include:

The Impact of Diabetes on Morbidity and All-Cause
a. Masters in Public Health (MPH) and Cardiovascular Mortality in the Caribbean and
b. MSc Nutrition an Evaluation of Health Provider Practice in Respect
c. MPhil (Biomedical or Social Sciences) of CVD Risk Reduction in Diabetic Patients
d. MSc Family Medicine

The Classification of Youth Onset Diabetes in
Some examples of areas of research currently being Jamaica
undertaken in the Institute:

The burden and cost of diabetic foot complications
The ERU aims to make a significant contribution to among patients attending a specialist diabetic clinic
the improvement of health in the Caribbean and the in Jamaica
world by developing collaborative programmes of

excellence in research under the theme Epidemiol- The effects of early childhood stimulation on eco-
ogy for Population Health nomic, cognitive and social outcomes in a cohort of
stunted Jamaican children: The 22 years follow-up
Jamaica Healthy Lifestyle Survey II study
Jamaica Youth Risk and Resiliency Behaviour Future studies on the role of social risk factors on
Survey chronic diseases, qualitative interviews of persons

with chronic diseases, health and nutrition in the el-
Impact of early life experience on cardio-respiratory derly and intervention programmes to prevent type 2
risk and bone mineral density in adolescence in Ja- diabetes and its complications are planned.
maica
Health Human Resources Information Datasets in Seminars:
the Americas: Jamaican Database of Human One departmental seminar per academic year.
Resources in Health Duration of programme:
Overweight/Obesity in Children 6-10 Years Old in the The MPhil degree normally takes a minimum of two
North East Health Region, Jamaica: Prevalence, years of intensive research on a full-time basis. A

PhD degree usually takes a minimum of three years full-time. Part-time studies may also be pursued.
The MPhil Degree
This programme consists largely of work on a research topic which is examined by thesis. In addition can-
didates are also required to complete a mandatory 6 credit hours of courses but may also be required to do
additional courses based on their background knowledge. Candidates for the MPhil degree may be required to
take an oral examination on the general field of study and on the thesis.
The PhD degree

The PhD is fundamentally a research degree, and is examined by thesis and an oral examination. Candidates
are also required to complete a mandatory 9 credit hours of courses but may also be required to do additional
courses based on their background knowledge. The PhD thesis should make a distinct contribution to the
advancement of the field of epidemiology and show evidence of originality and independent critical thought. It
should meet the professional standards of the discipline, be satisfactory as regards literary presentation, and
should be suitable for publication
COURSE (Core)
Code
EPID6101 Fundamentals of Epidemiology 6
EPID6102 Introduction to Statistics and Computing 6
EPID6103 Ethics and Research Methods 6
EPID6104 Critical Evaluation of the Scientific Literature andwriting 3

Scientific manuscripts
EPID6202 Statistical Methods in Epidemiology 4

Electives Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
(Candidates may choose from among available MSc Nursing

courses based on their area of interest and their pre-
vious training and experience) Specializations/Options (If Applicable):
Course Description: Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Clinical

For Epidemiology courses please see the MSc Epi- Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioner, Mental
demiology programme Health/ Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Department Contact Information: The objectives of the programme are:

Epidemiology Research UnitTropical Medicine Re-

search InstituteThe University of the West Indies, To apply knowledge synthesized from critical anal-
Mona, Kingston 7, JamaicaTel: 876-927-2471, 876- ysis and theoretical concepts relevant to nursing
977-6151Fax: 876-27-2984Email: tmri@uwimona. practice
edu.jm
Contribute to the body of nursing knowledge through
Programme Coordinator: Professor Rainford Wilks research and critical analysis of concepts and theo-
ries relevant to nursing
THE UWI SCHOOL OF NURSING, Conduct research as a major mean of initiating
MONA changes and elevating standards of practice
Head/Director: Joanna Bennett, PhD, BScN, RM, Provide consultation in their particular area of spe-
RN cialization
The UWI School of Nursing offers the MSc Nursing. Justify practice on the basis of sound scientific evi-
The majors are categorized as follows. dence
Nurse Specialist Advance the discipline of nursing based on research,

Nursing Administration publication and evidence based practice
Nursing Education
Clinical Nurse Specialist Strengthen personal and professional values and at-
Advanced Nursing Practice titudes through continuing education with particular
Family Nurse Practitioner reference to clients/patients, their families and the

health team. Practice programme must have three (3) years cur-
rent clinical practice. The time spent on any edu-
Integrate ethical principles and legal accountability cational programme is not included in this three (3)
in the delivery of nursing care to clients, families and years requirement.
communities
2. Hold an undergraduate degree with normally not
Demonstrate leadership in nursing care based on less than second class honors. OR
sound clinical judgment and critical analysis of is-
sues 3. Hold a graduate degree. OR
Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communi- 4. Hold approved technical and/or professional
cation skill in interaction with the health team, clients qualification(s) awarded by an approved body and
and their families approved by this University and currently hold a mid-
dle level position. OR
Display a knowledgeable and informed perspective
as a member of civil society 5. Have in the opinion of the University, other
qualification(s) and experience of special relevance
Entry Requirements to/the programme.
(Nursing Administration, Nursing Education and An applicant may be required to:-

Clinical Nurse Specialist)
The programme is offered to general or trained nurs- Sit an Entrance Examination and/or
es who hold registration/licensure in their current
jurisdiction of practice; can verify first licensure/reg- Attend an interview and/or
istration if it is different from that which is currently
held, and is eligible for licensure/registration in any Have a period or orientation appropriate to their pro-
of the countries served by the UWI. AND gramme of interest, BEFORE admission
1. have a total three (3) years post RN licensure/ An applicant will:-

registration clinical practice as a registered nurse in
an approved recognized agency, institution or orga- 1. Have the relevant educational transcripts sent di-
nization where Primary, Secondary, Tertiary or rectly by the educational institution to the UWI
extended Health Care Services are offered. Appli-
cants requiring admission to an Advanced Nursing 2. complete a portfolio relevant to nursing education/

administration/clinical experience 2. Hold an undergraduate degree with normally not
less than second class honors. OR
3.Have two (2) referees complete and send their re-
spective recommendation the prescribed UWI form 3. Hold a graduate degree. OR
directly to the University of the West Indies
4. Hold approved technical and/or professional
4. Provide any other documentation requested qualification(s) awarded by an approved body and
approved by this University and currently hold a mid-
5. Meet the deadlines stated for the submission of dle level position. OR
documents
5. Have in the opinion of the University, other
6. Be computer literate qualification(s) and experience of special relevance

to/the programme.
Entry Requirements
(Family Nurse Practitioner & Mental Health/ Psychi- 6.Registration licensure as a Midwife is also required
atric Nurse Practitioner) for certain programmes and will be considered in the
The programme is offered to general and trained evaluation of (3) and (4). Male Nurses who do not
psychiatric nurses who hold registration/licensure in hold Midwifery Registration or Licensure may pres-
their current jurisdiction of practice; can verify first ent transcripts and certification of appropriate and
licensure/registration if it is different from that which comparable programmes.
is currently held, and is eligible for licensure/regis-
tration in any of the countries served by the UWI. An applicant may be required to:-
AND
Sit an Entrance Examination and/or
1. have a total five (5) years post RN licensure/reg-
istration clinical practice as a registered nurse in an Attend an interview and/or
approved recognized agency, institution or organiza-
tion where Primary, Secondary, Tertiary or extend- Have a period or orientation appropriate to their pro-
ed Health Care Services are offered. Applicants re- gramme of interest, BEFORE admission
quiring admission to an Advanced Nursing Practice
programme must have five (5) years current clinical An applicant will:-
practice. The time spent on any educational pro-
gramme is not included in this five (5) year require- 1. Have the relevant educational transcripts sent di-
ment. rectly by the educational institution to the UWI

2. complete a portfolio relevant to nursing education/ administration/clinical experience
3. Have two (2) referees complete and send their respective recommendation the prescribed UWI form directly
to the University of the West Indies
4. Provide any other documentation requested
5. Meet the deadlines stated for the submission of documents
6. Be computer literate
One year full-time and Two years Part-time (Nursing Administration, Education, & Clinical Nurse Specialist)
Two (2) years full-time and four (4 ) years part-time (Family and Mental Health Practitioners)
Programme Structure
The Nursing Administration, Education and Clinical Nurse Specialist major is offered for one (1) year full time
and two(2) years part-time including summer.
The Family Nurse Practitioner and Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner major are offered for two(2)
years full-time and four (4) years part-time, including summer in the first year.
These (4) Courses below are common to all majors
COURSES
Code Weighting
NE62A Research Methods Applied 4 60% Exam
to Nursing 40% Coursework
NE62B Nursing Research Project 3 60% Exam
40% Coursework
NE63C Theoretical Frameworks & 4 60% Exam
Advanced Nursing Practice 40% Coursework
with Practicum
NE66A Mental & Physical Health 3 60% Exam
Education 40% Coursework

COURSES (Core) : Administration
Code Weighting
NE67A Theoretical Perspectives 3 60% Exam
in Nursing Administration 40% Coursework
NE67B Models of Nursing/Health 3 60% Exam
Care Administration 40% Coursewrk
NE67C Practice Issues in Managing 3 60% Exam
Nursing/Health Care Delivery 40% Course
Work System
NE67D Human Resource Management 3 60% Exam

in Nursing/Health Administration 40% Coursework
NE67E Nursing Administration Practice 5 60% Exam
& Seminar 40% Coursework
COURSES (Core) : Education

Code Weighting
NE68A Theoretical Perspectives in 3 60% Exam
Nursing Education 40% Coursework
NE68B Curriculum Development, 3 60% Exam
Implementation and Evaluation 40% Course
Work in Nursing/Midwifery Education
NE68C Testing & Measurement in 3 60% Exam
Nursing Education 40% Coursework
NE68D Theoretical & Clinical Teaching 3 60% Exam
Practicum 40% Coursework
NE68E Nursing Education Practice & 3 60% Exam
Seminar 40% Coursework

COURSES (Core) : Clinical Nurse Specialist
Code Weighting
NE60D Advanced Nursing 7 60% Exam
Practicum I & Seminar 49% Coursework
NE63A Growth & Development and 3 60% Exam
Clinical Practicum 40% Coursework
NE63B Specialization Seminar 5 60% Exam
Advanced Nursing Practice 40% Coursework
NE68D Theoretical & Clinical Teaching 3 60% Exam
Practicum 40% Coursework

COURSES (Core) : Family Nurse Practitioner

Code Weighting
NE60A Advanced Nursing 3 60% Exam
Practicum I and Seminar 40% Coursework
NE60B Advanced Nursing 3 60% Exam
Practicum II and Seminar 40% Coursework
NE60C Advanced Nursing Practicum III 3 60% Exam
and Seminar 40% Coursework
NE61C Pathophysiology for Advanced 8 60% Exam
Nursing Practice 40% Coursework
NE69A General Pharmacology 2 60% Exam
40% Coursework
NE69B Special Pharmacology 4 60% Exam
40% Coursework
NE69C Psychopharmacology 2 60% Exam
40% Coursework

COURSES (Core) : Mental Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Code Weighting
NE60A Advanced Nursing Practicum I 3 60% Exam
NE60B Advanced Nursing Practicum II 3 60% Exam
NE60C Advanced Nursing Practicum III 3 60% Exam

NE61A Neuro-Sciences 3 60% Exam
40% Coursework
NE61B Psychopathology for Advanced 5 60% Exam
Nursing Practice 40% Coursework
NE69A General Pharmacology 2 60% Exam
40% Coursework
NE69B Special Pharmacology 4 60% Exam
40% Coursework
NE69C Psychopharmacology 2 60% Exam
40% Coursework

Electives
An elective chosen by the student and normally not more than three (3) credits which must be approved by
the MScN Coordinator and the Head (or her/his designate) in the Department where the elective is sought.
The elective can be taken on any campus of the UWI or in another University with comparable education and
with the necessary approval from both UWI and the selected University, and at the students expense. An
elective can be taken in any semester or during the summer
Departmental Courses (for Nursing Education, Nursing Administration & Clinical Nurse Specialist)
COURSES (Core) : Family Nurse Practitioner

Code Weighting
NE64A Nursing & Health Information 3 60% Exam
System 40% Coursework
NE65A Policy & Ethical Issues in 3 60% Exam
Nursing Health 40% Coursework
Course Description:
NE60A The course exposes postgraduate students to advanced and current practices in caring for children and
adolescents during specific the growth development episodes along the life cycle.
Students gain beginning prescriptive skills, proficiency in using the nursing process and documentation system
through three (3) days weekly direct preceptored interaction with clients/patients and their families and to be
enabled to practice at an advanced nursing level. Students are preceptored 1:1 practicum provides ongoing
guidance and assessment of clinical practice focusing on caring, critical thinking, clinical judgment, problem
solving and documentation.
NE60B The student for four (4) days weekly engages in a more extensive continuation of Practicum 1 with
more independent and less closely monitored preceptorship and assessments. The student increasingly under-
takes responsibility for a client/patient load on a daily basis.

NE60C This course enables students to synthe- NE61A The course engages graduate students in
size evidence-based knowledge and learning from a discussion forum that enables critical thinking the
previous nursing courses into practice. The student application of evidence-based knowledge of basic
consolidates his or her practice experiences through brain biology as a basis for understanding mental
independent and interdependent practice under pre- health disorders, brain technology and psychophar-
ceptorship in the prospective working environment macology. The course focuses on neuro-anatomy,
(or as near as possible) with regular ongoing moni- genetic/familial correlates, systems of neuro-regula-
toring, supervision and guidance. This practicum tion, psycho- endocrinology, psycho-immunology,
concludes with a one (1) week review by the precep- normal biological rhythms, psycho-biological dys-
tor where the student is engaged in oral and written functions, biological theories of major psychiatric
presentations, self and programme evaluation and disorders, brain imaging and diagnosing of mental
exit interview. illness and physiological indices of mental health

and illnesses.
NE60D This course exposes students to concepts,
scientific bases and theoretical constructs that un- NE61B This course exposes graduate students to
derpin clinical nurse specialization; explores cur- evidence-based knowledge in pathopsychology and
rent issues related to advanced nursing practice; empowers them to be effective in caring for persons
differentiates among advanced nursing practices; throughout the life cycle and along the wellness-ill-
and assist in linking organizational instruments to ness continuum. Students are guided in using critical
clinical nursing operations. It challenges students thinking and sound clinical judgment in interpreting
to engage in critical thinking, use of evidence-based psychopathological findings in making differential di-
practice and in using the nursing process effectively agnosis and selecting appropriate treatment modali-
as the modality of problem solving and bases for ties. The course familiarizes students with research
clinical judgment in nursing practice. It also builds based evidence based on etiological theories includ-
on the clinical and management skills of students ing organic, familial, interpersonal and psycho-social
by exposing them to complex patient care situations perspectives. It seeks to develop the skills of the
and human resources management strategies re- student in recognition of the various factors that in-
quired for making quality decisions. In this course fluence the development of psychopathology.
caring and effective interpersonal relationships are
incorporated into patient care delivery and interper- NE61C Students will be enabled to develop a
sonal relationships with emphasis on the communi- deeper and broader understanding of normal body
cation process between nurse and patient and other functioning, system integration, common recurrent
health team members. deviations and their pathophysiological manifesta-
tions, investigative measures, pharmacological as

well as other treatment and care modalities, direct in determining normal physical characteristics and
and indirect interventions, palliative, rehabilitative, behaviours. A substantial portion of the course will
or restorative measures and their respective antici- be devoted to transferring theory to practice. Practi-
pated outcomes. The course assists students to ef- cal experiences will be gained at major hospitals and
fectively use the nursing and medical processes in selected care centres.
identifying deviations through health assessment,
formulation of l diagnoses, selection and interpre- NE63B Students are enabled to integrate theory
tation of diagnostic investigations, planning, imple- and clinical practice, develop critical thinking skills
mentation and evaluation of appropriate treatment and demonstrate clinical judgment in analyzing pa-
regimes. Students are facilitated to integrate critical tient problems. A forum for developing leadership
thinking, developing the clinical skills, clinical judg- and initiating change is also facilitated. Students will
ment and decision-making ability necessary for ethi- reflect on and discuss their practice in terms of inter-
cal advanced nursing practice. viewing, assessment, diagnosis, planning, interven-

tion, documentation, evaluation, knowledge gaps,
NE62A This course enables students to gain criti- problems encountered, actual or potential resolu-
cal thinking skills in critiquing research findings and tions.
to decide on the best evidence in making decisions
in nursing practice. It exposes students to a variety NE63C This course exposes post graduate students
of research designs and their application to nursing current theories development and substruction and
practice. Emphasis is placed on quantitative and the use of theoretical frameworks and principles in
qualitative research principles, research methods guiding nursing practice. It assists students to inte-
and the application to evidence-based practice in grate evidence based theoretical models and the
nursing phenomena and the importance of research nursing process in decision-making for quality care
in advancing nursing practice. of persons throughout the life cycle and along the
wellness-illness continuum. The course enables stu-
NE62B Students will refine the project proposal de- dents to become proficient in comprehensive subjec-
veloped to address a specific nursing project in tive and objective assessment of persons along the
NE62A, (Research Methods applied to Nursing) col- life cycle as the foundation for caring and delivery of
lect and analyze data and write a project report. quality nursing practice. Students will benefit from
demonstration and supervised return demonstration
NE63A The primary focus of this course is the in physical examination. Competency in physical ex-
growth and development of individuals along the life amination will be accomplished through use of simu-
cycle. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and the lators and practice with peers.
acquisition of evidence-based knowledge and skills

NE64A This course is practice based and introduc- tions of national policies on health care financing
es students to nursing and health information sys- and the quality of health care delivery and nursing
tems from the Caribbean and global perspectives. practice.
The use of standardized nursing languages in the
information age is critically analyzed in the context NE66A The course enables nurses to be familiar
of the Caribbean and in relation to functional and with the concepts, principles and methods of health
clinical nursing practice also nursing research. It is education and health promotion and their use in pro-
designed to assist postgraduate students to think moting physical and mental health to persons along
critically in selecting information systems for their the wellness-illness continuum and throughout the
practice and in using evidence-based information to life span. Emphasis is placed on integration of the
decision-making in nursing practice and research. Caribbean Charter for Health Promotion and evi-
It builds on experiences in learners areas of nurs- dence-based information in designing programmes

ing specializations. The course addresses current and activities in nursing practice. The course re-
issues and practices in information management quires learners to apply ethical principles, critical
systems. It also exposes students to the capabilities thinking and effective interpersonal relationships
and usage of information systems and networks and in designing, promoting and implementing patient
their use in nursing practice. Learners are guided physical and mental health messages.
through laboratory practice sessions to be adept
in intranet/internet navigation and database devel- NE67A This course analyses management theo-
opment and usage. Throughout the course issues ries, organizational practices and techniques with
related to copyright, legal and ethical issues pertain- a view of devising problem-solving strategies to re-
ing to information, knowledge and technology usage solve organizational issues and problems in nursing
and application to nursing practice are explored. administration. Emphasis is placed on critical think-
ing, evidenced based nursing practice and ways to
NE65A This course focuses postgraduate students incorporate effective interpersonal relations in deliv-
on the processes and strategies of policy formula- ering quality management for nursing organizational
tion, implementation and evaluation in nursing and and clinical effectiveness.
health care practice. It explores the trends, projec-
tions, legal and ethical issues inherent in the policy NE67B This course provides an overview of the evo-
process. It assists students to become familiar with lution of Caribbean health care delivery systems in-
their roles in the policy process and the impact of cluding their organizational structure, financing sys-
policy on the lives of individuals throughout the life tem and models of health care delivery. Comparison
cycle and along the wellness illness continuum. Stu- is made with international health and nursing care
dents are enabled to think critically on the implica- models, and their relevance to health care delivery

in the Caribbean region. Students will examine the agers roles in enhancing the growth and develop-
impact of current health care polices upon the health ment of the human capital in nursing. Issues of em-
status of individuals. The importance of effective in- ployee appraisal and discipline, union management
formation management on quality operations and relations and quality management are addressed.
strategic decision making in health care delivery will
also be explored. NE67E This course provides students with planned
opportunities to apply evidence-based knowledge
NE67C This course follows NE 67B Models of Nurs- from the managerial sciences into nursing adminis-
ing/Health Care Administration and explores con- trative practice. It provides opportunities for learners
temporary practice issues within the framework of to gain competence and experiences in use of ad-
managing Caribbean nursing/health care delivery ministrative techniques, methods and management
systems. It critically analyzes trends in managing concepts, theories, and principles in a variety of in-
quality nursing/ health care practice issues within stitutions and health agencies. Emphasis is placed
the context of ethical, bio-ethical, economic and leg- on critical thinking and the integration and transfer
islative parameters. of evidence based knowledge to practice and the
development of nursing administrative competence
The course further highlights roles and responsibili- to meet the challenges of the Caribbean and global
ties of the Nurse Administrator in developing initia- trends.
tives for implementing, monitoring and evaluating
evidence-based nursing research and practice. Em- NE68A The course enables students to explore cur-
phasis is placed on the roles and responsibilities of rent educational concepts, theories and principles
the Nurse Administrator in evidence-based imple- and their application to nursing education within the
mentation of suitable management strategies. Addi- Caribbean context. The appropriateness of edu-
tionally, it gives prominence to critical thinking in ex- cational models is analyzed to develop students
amining the dynamic impact of health sector reform critical thinking skills and in the process of apply-
on nursing and health care delivery internationally, ing evidence based teaching and learning in nurs-
regionally and locally. ing education. Emphasis is placed on self directed
learning, experiential learning, adult learning and the
NE67D The design of this course provides a wide designing of teaching/learning models and teaching
perspective of the theories and principles of human plans, that enable transfer of educational principles
resource management and their application to nurs- in the teaching of nursing learners along the learners
ing/health care. It introduces students to the most life cycle.
relevant issues in personnel and human resource
management and critically examines the nurse man-

NE68B This course will enable students majoring the nursing process and in skills development. This
in nursing/midwifery education to acquire in depth course involves in-depth examination of the princi-
knowledge and understanding of the curriculum ples of teaching and learning both in the classroom
planning and development process. This course will and clinical areas. It also analyzes the critical ele-
equip students with skills to synthesize knowledge ments necessary for clinical teaching and guidance.
from various theoretical constructs and concepts Current teaching methods and instructional tech-
and use it to guide the development, implementation nologies are examined and applied where appropri-
and evaluation of professional nursing curriculum. ate and feasible. Teaching laboratories are used to
Throughout this course, students will be guided in develop competencies and practice teaching for skill
analyzing models. Frameworks and principles used refinement. Major emphasis is on applying knowl-
in curriculum development, implementation and edge to clinical practice. Laboratory and clinical ex-
evaluation. Students will apply principles, knowl- periences are integrally interwoven into this course.

edge of nursing science and understanding of health The focus is to uncover and discover knowledge im-
issues in the wider society to design a nursing cur- plicit in the clinical practice. Use of the androgogical
riculum. Plan its implementation and develop evalu- approach is emphasized.
ation strategies for the proposed curriculum.
NE68E This course provides students with planned
NE68C The course is designed to enable students opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge gained
to acquire knowledge and develop skills in test con- in NE68A, 68B, 68C, 68D, to practical situations in
struction and measurement in curriculum evaluation. selected health care and educational agencies. Stu-
The focus will be on application of testing and mea- dents will begin with observation visits in general
surement principles to nursing education. education institutions and selected nursing agencies
progressing to gain teaching/ learning experiences
NE68D This course consolidates the concepts, in schools of nursing. The course emphasizes teach-
theories, principles and teaching techniques of NE ing methodologies and techniques and fosters self-
68A, NE 68B and NE68C and integrates these into directed learning and professional developmental
teaching of nursing students to apply evidence attitudes.
based nursing practice to patients at any stage of
the wellness-illness continuum along the life cycle NE69A This course provides the student with evi-
and in any clinical setting. It enables aspiring nurs- dence-based knowledge in pharmacotherapeutic
ing teachers to apply critical thinking and develop principles with special emphasis on pharmacokinet-
confidence in transferring theory to practice while ics and pharmacodynamics of drugs. It also engages
concurrently assisting nursing students to develop the learner to apply critical thinking and use of evi-
critical thinking and sound clinical judgment in using dence-based practices in advance practice nursing

in prescribing and management of pharmacologic
preparations.
NE69B This course exposes students to a wide

spectrum of drugs commonly used in clinical prac-
tice. According to the approved protocols, dosag-
es, interactions, side effects and the implications of
drug therapy are emphasized, enabling the nurse to
appropriately prescribe on the basis of clinical evi-
dence and to teach clients/patients and their families
to manage their health maintenance through drug
therapy. Focus is placed on the features of drug
dosages with reference to pharmacokinetics, phar-

macodynamics and pharmacotherapeutics enabling
the nurse to appropriately prescribe.
NE69C Students are exposed to current develop-

ments in psychopharmacology and their uses in
the treatment of mental illness. The nurses role in
managing patients drug regime is explored. Indica-
tions for use of psycho- pharmacological agents,
their therapeutic value effects and side effects are
examined.
The UWI School of Nursing Faculty of Medical Sci-

ences UWI, MONA
Programme Coordinator: Dr. Joanna Bennett

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Faculty of

There are 20 DM clinical training programmes which are residen-

The duration of the programmes range from four to seven years

Taught Clinical Programmes

and Faculty Regulations specific to each programme and ap-

Forensic Sciences. Nurse.

MEDICAL SCIENCES istry and neuroscience of drug addiction, Alzheimers

loo, PhD UWI molecular pathology among others. Some of the

postgraduate and professional programmes to poisoning, isolation and identification of hypoglycin

als in the Faculty of Medical Sciences, and offers for glaucoma.

undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 3

A Departmental Examination is deemed necessary

not hold a BSc Degree in the relevant subject, he or

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 4

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 5

PHARMACOLOGY Entry Requirements

products. Areas of Research

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 6

BC60B Understanding Research6

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 7

Duration of programme: 12 months F/T; 18 months P/T

seminars, tutorials and a research project.

FSCI6101 Fundamentals of Forensic Science 3 1

FSCI6102 Crime Scene Management 3 1

FSCI6103 Forensic Laboratory Quality Assurance 2 1

FSCI6201 Legal and Ethical Issues in Forensic Science 3 1

FSCI6202 Moot Court 2 1

FSCI6301 Statistical Analysis of Forensic Evidence 3 1

FSCI6401 Research Methods & Project 6 2

FSCI6402 Graduate Seminar 2 1

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 8

FSCI6302 Population Genetics 3 1

FSCI6501 Forensic Chemistry I 3 1

FSCI6502 Forensic Chemistry II 3 1

FSCI6503 Forensic Chemistry Analysis Laboratory 2 1

FSCI6601 Forensic Serology 3 1

FSCI6602 Forensic Serology Laboratory 2 1

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

FSCI6604 Forensic Molecular Biology Laboratory 2 1

FSCI6701 Forensic Anthropology 3 1

FSCI6702 Forensic Anthropology Laboratory 2 1

FSCI6703 Forensic Pathology I 3 1

FSCI6704 Forensic Pathology II 3 1

FSCI6705 Forensic Pathology Laboratory 2 1

FSCI6801 Forensic Toxicology I 3 1

FSCI6802 Forensic Toxicology II 3 1

FSCI6803 Forensic Toxicology Laboratory 2 1

FSCI6101 Fundamentals of Forensic Science

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 9

entist plays in the litigation process will be discussed.

FSCI6103 Forensic Laboratory Quality Assurance Course Objectives

G RA DUAT E S T U D E N T S IN F OR M AT ION GU ID E 2011/2012 10

FSCI6301 Statistical Analysis of Forensic Evidence Course Objectives

Course Objectives Laboratory research in forensic science subject ar-

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

FSCI6402 Graduate Seminar