Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand, describe, analyse and prioritise biological phenomena
• Understand basic scientific knowledge and be able to use it
• Problem-solve
• Understand the expression of biological realities in absolute or relative terms, the orders of magnitude, proportions and probability
• Abstract, understand and apply mathematical translations of the main laws and biological phenomena
• Understand and use different graphical representations of numerical values and their relationships
• Understand the chronology of a phenomenon and master the time scales and their representations
• Control the molecular, morphological and functional approaches of normal and pathological conditions
• Understand the learning of physiological and pharmacological reasoning
• Develop reasoning skills
• Understand and apply the basic principles of reasoning (obtaining data, analysis, synthesis, comparison, the rule of three, syllogism, analogy, Boolean logic, etc.)
• Understand the statistical and/or epidemiological methods
• Work with efficiency / accuracy / precision
• Present a hypothesis and hypothetical-deductive reasoning
• Develop critical thinking, test and monitor conclusions understanding the domain of validity, and explore alternative hypotheses
• Manage doubt and uncertainty
• Demonstrate developed interpersonal skills
• Submit reviews, reports and give oral presentations
• Manage resources
• Manage time
• Prioritise
• Use basic IT and bibliographic resources.
• Manage their studies
• Read, interpret, and critique a scientific article
• Be open to research and demonstrate scientific curiosity

Learning Outcomes of UE

Pharmacology studies the interactions between chemical substances and living organisms. It plays a crucial role in understanding and improving drug therapy, aiming to maximise the efficacy and minimise the side effects of drugs. At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the general principles linking the dose of drug administered and the effect obtained.
- Master the main concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and the general principles of pharmacotherapy.
- Understand and apply quantitative pharmacokinetic equations and the quantification of drug-receptor interactions.

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

This discipline encompasses the study of the mechanisms of action of drugs, their metabolism, distribution in the body and excretion. After an introduction to the history of pharmacology, we will look at the principles of pharmacokinetics, i.e. the absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of drugs. We will then look at pharmacodynamics through the different sites of action of drugs and their mechanisms of action, as well as dose-effect relationships.
The exercise sessions will involve applying the theoretical concepts by solving real-life practical cases related to the students' professional fields (Medicine, Pharmacy or Biomedical Sciences).

Prior Experience

Biochemistry of the cell, membrane structure and transmembrane passage, physiology (including liver and kidney), handling of mathematical equations,

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - Face-to-face

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

The evaluation will consist of a written exam on theoretical content, including multiple-choice questions and short-answer open-ended questions, as well as a practical exam focused on solving exercises and analyzing clinical cases.

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE assessment

Weighting: Theory: 2/3 of the final grade + Practical work 1/3 of the final grade

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE resit assessment (BAB1)

• N/A - Néant

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE resit assessment

Not applicable

Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 UE assessment

• Written examination - Face-to-face
• Practical exam - Face-to-face

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

The evaluation will consist of a written exam on theoretical content, including multiple-choice questions and short-answer open-ended questions, as well as a practical exam focused on solving exercises and analyzing clinical cases.

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q3 UE assessment

Weighting: Theory: 2/3 of the final grade + Practical work 1/3 of the final grade