Nursing Studies (International) MSc

The modules for this course can be found in the latest programme specification.

Whilst following this programme of study you will engage with learning through a range of teaching methods - these methods are dependent on modules studied. However, student-centred approaches to learning are a feature of the modules and you will be expected to take responsibility for your learning as you develop your academic skills. There are a number of approaches to the manner in which modules are delivered and these include study day attendance, distance learning and blended learning.

The aims of the teaching and learning strategies have been designed so that you will be given the opportunity to develop theoretical understanding, advance your knowledge and critical thinking and develop technical skills. The modules offer you the capacity to acknowledge and build upon the knowledge and skills you may have acquired through previous learning experiences including those in the work place.

Your course of study will expose you to a range of different teaching, learning and assessment strategies required to achieve the learning outcomes. The teaching approaches that are used across the Faculty of Health Studies are informed by the University core values which are for teaching and learning to be:

• Reflective
• Adaptable
• Inclusive
• Supportive
• Ethical
• Sustainable

You may experience these across your choice of modules in order to meet both the aims of the programme and your learning outcomes which may include any number of the following:

Lectures: to a group of students where information will be presented and discussed whilst informed by the core values.

Facilitated seminars and group discussion: where learning will be through the interpretation and critical application of information and group learning.

Tutorial: where small group number of students reflect and discuss issues related to their learning.

Use of Web based virtual learning environments, such as Blackboard or Ning, to access information and to interact with other students undertaking group work or developing wikis.

Distance learning packages where clearly defined directed study and tasks are available for the student to undertake.

Directed reading: where set reading may be recommended.

Self Directed learning: Where student are expected to develop their own learning by identifying areas of interest and areas in which knowledge needs to be developed.

Undertaking a research module which is shaped by your own self-directed learning needs and the learning outcomes at MSc level.

You will be expected to develop an autonomous learning style and become self-directed as a learner.

Assessment Strategy

Your learning will be assessed against the learning outcomes and programme aims through the use of a range of different assessment techniques which may include one or more of the following approaches:

• Written essay
• A Reflective Case study
• Computer based /Multiple Choice Question examination
• Computer based open book examination
• Seminar Presentation
• Written project report
• Completion of a Dissertation
• Research paper/executive summary