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School of Health and Social Work Title of Programme: BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing Programme Code: HHCON Incorporating: BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare Programme Code HHCOH BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing Programme Code HHCONMAL BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare Programme Code HHCOHMAL

Programme Specification This programme specification is relevant to students entering: 01 September 2015 Associate Dean of School (Academic Quality Assurance): Liz Gormley-Fleming

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Programme Specification BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing This programme specification (PS) is designed for prospective students, enrolled students, academic staff and potential employers. It provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the intended learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the teaching, learning and assessment methods, learning outcomes and content for each module can be found in Definitive Module Documents (DMDs) and Module Guides.

Section 1

Awarding Institution/Body University of Hertfordshire Teaching Institution University of Hertfordshire University/partner campuses College Lane Hatfield, Lincoln University College, Sime Darby

Malaysia Programme accredited by Not applicable Final Award BSc (Hons) All Final Award titles Contemporary Nursing

Contemporary Healthcare Health Care

FHEQ level of award 6 UCAS code(s) N/A Language of Delivery English

A. Programme Rationale This dynamic and innovative programme encompasses two pathways: Contemporary Nursing and Contemporary Healthcare which offer modules that take account of the demands of modern healthcare. The programme harnesses the themes of service improvement, needs led care, clinical knowledge, skills and leadership development within the programme and will enable students to develop into knowledgeable and adaptive practitioners with a strong capacity for critical thinking.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has now confirmed that with effect from 2013 the minimum academic qualification for nurses should be at degree level (Department of Health 20091). Therefore, the BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing Programme is intended for existing Registered Nurses who will undertake a range of modules that meets their current continuing professional development needs. It is suitable for nurses from all fields of nursing and offers an opportunity for nurses without a degree to ‘top up’ their existing academic qualifications to degree level and at the same time make a substantial contribution to their continuing personal and professional development. In addition, the programme will equip them with the knowledge, understanding and skills to enhance their professional roles and optimise their career aspirations regardless of their area of practice. Studying this programme will encompass the need to anticipate and prepare for new roles and responsibilities (Department of Health, 2008, 2006) so the pathway will encourage students to reflect on leadership and service innovation. A range of teaching and learning approaches are used to reflect the practice-focused and work-based orientation of the programme. These include interactive lectures, seminars, experiential workshops and tutorials. Programme delivery aims to be flexible in recognition that students will be working in professional practice at the same time as undertaking the programme. Guided study, online teaching and learning resources and use of electronic media will complement classroom-based learning. Personal tutors will also act as academic supervisors for the final 30 credit honours project module. The programme is assessed by way

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of a range of course work activities. All the assessments have a practice-focus and are designed to be directly relevant to the student’s work setting. Written examinations are not included in the assessment portfolio of the programme. Although placements are not a component of the programme, students will be expected to be working in a health or social care setting in order to undertake the programme. The international pathways of the BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing/Healthcare programmes are approved by the Malaysian Nursing Council and aim to reflect the same programmes available within the UK. However in order to acknowledge the international dimension, and the learning needs of students abroad, some modules have been adapted in order to ensure that a UK or indeed European model of nursing is not imposed upon the student. The BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare pathway is designed to meet the educational needs of a wide range of health care professionals as it considers the diversity of human experience of health and illness from a wide variety of interdisciplinary and inter-professional perspectives. The pathway critically examines health and illness discourse and seeks to analyse evidence about health and illness in a wide range of contexts and perspectives. This pathway is available both in the UK and in Malaysia.

B. Educational Aims of the Programme The programme has been devised in accordance with the University's graduate attributes of programmes of study as set out in UPR TL03. Additionally this programme aims to:

1. develop professionally and academically within their roles; 2. critically appraise key factors underpinning care delivery; 3. acquire a critical understanding of, and demonstrate a commitment to, professional values.

C. Intended Learning Outcomes The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, skills and other attributes in the following areas. The programme outcomes are referenced to the QAA benchmark statements for and the Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (2014) and relate to the typical student. Additionally, the SEEC Credit Level Descriptors for Further and Higher Education 2010 have been used as a guiding framework for curriculum design.

Knowledge and Understanding

Teaching/learning methods & strategies

Assessment

A1 - International and national strategies that inform the provision of health care; A2 - The philosophies that underpin contemporary care delivery and management; A3 - The role of a range of disciplines within the multi professional teams in health care.

Acquisition of knowledge and understanding is through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and coursework (A1-A3). Throughout, the learner is encouraged to undertake independent study experientially at work and in their own time to supplement and consolidate what is being taught/learnt and to broaden their individual knowledge and understanding of the subject. Delivery of the modules incorporates blended learning which aims to combine e-learning opportunities and traditional campus based learning in reflective and innovative ways to enhance the students’ learning.

Knowledge and understanding are assessed through a variety of assignments including essays and project proposals (A1-A3).

Intellectual skills Teaching/learning methods & strategies

Assessment

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D. Programme Structures, Features, Levels, Modules, and Credits

B1 - Analyse and recognise patients’ problems within healthcare settings; B2 - Apply appropriate evidence in order to support practice; B3 - Evaluate service provision in line with contemporary policy, guidelines and professional developments.

Intellectual skills are developed through the methods and strategies described above. Analysis and problem solving skills are further developed through student-led seminars and lecturer-facilitated workshops. Students will be encouraged to share ideas and professional expertise as well as reflect on their area of professional practice with their peers in university based sessions. Peer support and learning will also be supplemented by the use of discussion groups on StudyNet. The relevance of the course content to the student’s area of practice/work is integral to all modules on the programme.

Intellectual skills are assessed through a combination of case studies (B1-B3), evaluation of client assessments (B1-B2), research proposal and audit (B1-B3).

Practical skills Teaching/learning methods & strategies

Assessment

C1 - Evaluate a range of evidence in order to enhance decision making skills in practice; C2 - Identify and work to address professional development needs related to individual practice.

Modules will utilise a range of strategies, including coursework, tutorials, online learning, and case studies to enhance practical skills acquisition. Practical skills are developed through the use of experiential learning, skills sessions, and the use of portfolios.

Practical skills are assessed through completion of essays, case studies, seminars, clinical assessment documents, project reports and action plans (C1-C2).

Transferable skills Teaching/learning methods & strategies

Assessment

D1 - Communicate effectively; D2 - Develop skills in using IT to support learning activities; D3 - Use evidence to solve problems in a logical manner; D4 - Reflect on practice.

Transferable skills are developed through group work and discussions (D1), use of databases to search for supporting literature and evidence (D2) consideration of this evidence and its relation to practice (D3, D4), IT skills are also developed through the use of StudyNet to support on line enrolment, retrieval of feedback and assessment results and accessing and utilising material on each of the module sites. Throughout, the learner is encouraged to develop transferable skills by maintaining a record of evidence and completing a personal development plan.

Transferable skills are assessed through a range of assessments, submitted electronically or as hard copies, containing a range of evidence to support discussion presented (D1-D4).


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The programme is offered part time up to a maximum of 4 years, leading to the award of a BSc (Hons). Entry is normally at Level 6. Those students who do not have 240 credits at Levels 4/5 may gain credits either through studying additional modules to make up any shortfall or via the APEL/APCL. Intake is normally Semester A (September) or Semester B (February) but can commence in Semester C if required. This part time programme can be taken in a minimum of 18 months to a maximum 4 year period studying from 15 - 45 credits in one semester. To achieve the award of BSc (Hons), students will require a total of 120 level 6 credits including the compulsory Research for Practice Development module and the Honours Project module. An intermediate award of BSc Healthcare can be awarded to students who acquire 300 credit points including 180 at level 4/5 of which 60 must be at level 6.

Professional and Statutory Regulatory Bodies The Preparation for Mentorship module 6NMH1130/6NMH1131 and Return to Nursing module 6HSK0026 that sit within this programme are recognised by and have been approved by the NMC for delivery in the UK. Programme Structure The programme structure and progression information below (Table 1a and 1b) is provided for the Honours award. Any interim awards are identified in Table 1b. The Programme Learning Outcomes detailed above are developed and assessed through the constituent modules. Table 2 (in section 2) identifies where each learning outcome is assessed. Table 1a Outline Programme Structure Students will select optional modules in conjunction with their employers and Programme Tutor to reflect their personal and professional career aspirations and their area of practice. Additionally, up to 30 relevant credits may be studied from amongst the UH delivered short course provision, from modules offered within the School of Health and Social Work or another Higher Education Institution.

*The Return to Nursing module is only available to students seeking to re-enter the NMC register after a lapse in registration

Mode of study Part time 18 months to 4 years maximum. Entry point Students may enter the programme in semester A, B or C.

Level 6 Modules

Compulsory Modules Module Title

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Research for Practice Development 6NMH0190 15 English 0 100 0 A or B

Honours Project 6NMH1001 30 English 0 100 0 A, B, AB or BC

Optional Modules (delete this part if not

applicable) Module Titles

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Minor Illness – Autonomous Practice 6NMH1009 15 English 0 100 0 A, B

Pain Management 6NMH1003 15 English 0 100 0 A

Leadership Skills 6NMH1022 15 English 0 100 0 A

Wounds: Issues and Challenges 6NMH0290 30 English 0 100 0 A


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Assessment - Physiology Based 6NMH1005 30 English 0 100 0 A Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Mental Health)

6SCH0049

30 English 0 100 0 A, B or C

Psychopharmacology & Medication Management (Mental Health)

6NMH0270


Preparation for Mentorship (taught) 6NMH1130 15 English 0 100 0 A or B

Return to Nursing* 6HSK0026 15 English 0 100 0 A, B or C

Assessment - Systematic Approaches 6NMH1006 15 English 0 100 0 A, B or BC

Acute Clinical Care 6NMH1010 30 English 0 100 0 B

Cancer Care 6NMH1013 30 English 0 100 0 B

Cardiac Care 6NMH1014 30 English 0 100 0 B

Child – Care & Assessment of the Acutely Ill 6NMH1016 30 English 0 100 0 B

Emergency Care 6NMH1004 30 English 0 100 0 B

End of Life Care 6NMH1012 30 English 0 100 0 B

Intensive Care

6NMH1011 30 English 0 100 0 B

Dementia Care Skills Practice 6HSK0032 15 English 0 100 0 B

Nurse Independent Prescribing 6NMH1107 30 English 0 100 0 A/B, B/C

Leg Ulcer: Theory and Practice 6NMH0017 15 English 0 100 0 B

Minor Injury- Autonomous Practice 6NMH1008 15 English 0 100 0 B

Managing Long Term Conditions 6NMH0299 30 English 0 100 0 B

Recovery Values & Principles (Mental Health)

6SCH0046


Solution Focused Brief Therapy (Mental Health)

6SCH0048


Preparation for Mentorship (distance/blended) 6NMH1131 15 English 0 100 0 A,B, or C

Work based Learning 6NMH1015 15 English 0 100 0 C

BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare (UK Delivery)

Compulsory modules Module Title Module Code

Credit Points %examination

% coursework Semester

Research and Evidence for Health

6NMH0216

15

30

70

A

Honours Project 6NMH1001 30 0 100 A/B//BC

Contemporary Issues in healthcare

6NMH0202 30 0 100 A,B

Health Economics 6NMH0220 15 100 0 A,B

Optional modules Module Titles Module Code

Credit Points %examination


Leadership Skills 6NMH1022 15 0 100 A

Work based learning 6NMH1015 15 0 100 A,B,C


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BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing (International delivery) This programme is delivered at the Malaysian partner College of Ramsey Sime Darby. The modules reflect the learning needs of students in that region and as specified by the College. International Perspectives on Research Methods is similar in content to the Research for Practice Development module delivered in the UK and must be passed for an interim award. The Contemporary Issues in Healthcare is the final dissertation module and is usually submitted at the end of the programme. Table 1a Outline Programme Structure – Malaysian students

Sime Darby Kuala Lumpur

Module Title Module Code Credit Points % examination


International Perspectives on Research Methods

6HSK0020 30 0 100 A,B

Leadership Skills for Healthcare Practice

6HSK0021 30 0 100 A,B

Mentorship In International Context

6HSK0023 15 0 100 A,B

Pain Management

6HSK0024 15 0 100 A,B

Contemporary Issues in Healthcare

6HSK0022 30 0 100 AB,BC

BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare (International delivery) Lincoln College Kuala Lumpur

Module Title Module Code Credit Points % examination


Contemporary Issues In Healthcare

6NMH1017 30 0 100 A,B

International Perspectives on Research Methods

6NMH0281 30 0 100 A,B

Managing & Leading Change in Healthcare

6NMH1036 15 0 100 A,B

Work Based Learning 6NMH0185 15 0 100 A,B

Honours Project 6NMH0184 30 0 100 AB,BC

Progression to level 6 requires a minimum of 120 credits at level 5. The programme is subject to the University's Principles, Policies, Regulations and Procedures for the Admission of Students to Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes and will take account of University policy and guidelines for assessing accredited prior certificated learning (APCL) and accredited prior experiential learning (APEL). Students with a professional qualification in nursing (EN / RGN / RN), but without prior study in Higher Education will be awarded 120 credits advanced standing at Level 4. Students with appropriate professional experience and responsibilities may gain Advanced Standing of 120 credits at Level 5 through the submission of a portfolio of evidence demonstrating experiential learning. Academic assessment of prior learning is the responsibility of the admissions tutor in accordance with UPR SA03: 13.4 (2013).

Honours classification The University has approved structure and assessment regulations common to all programmes. Full details are provided in UPR AS14, Section D.

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Table 1b Final and interim awards available The programme provides the following final and interim awards:

Award Minimum requirements

Available at end of Level

BSc Health Care

300 credit points including 180 at level 4/5 of which 60 must be at level 6

3 semesters

BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing


4 semesters

BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare


4 semesters

E. Support for students and their learning UK based students are supported by:

A Programme & Admissions Tutor

Personal Tutors to provide academic and pastoral support

Student representatives on programme committees

A designated programme administrator

An induction day at the beginning of the academic session

StudyNet, a versatile on-line inter-active intranet and learning environment

Access to extensive digital and print collections of information resources

Attractive modern study environments in 3 Learning Resources Centres

A substantial Student Centre that provides advice on issues such as finance, University regulations, legal matters, accommodation, international student support, etc

Office of Dean of Students, incorporating Chaplaincy, Counselling and nursery

Medical Centre

A Mathematics Drop-in Centre

Faculty and School -based Disabled Student Co-ordinators

An Equal Opportunities Officer

The Students' Union

Guided student-centred learning through the use of StudyNet

A Careers Service for all current students and graduates

Literacy Support Tutor

Students in Malaysia are supported by:

A Programme Tutor

Module Leader to provide academic support

Online tutorial support

Online access to Study Skills Tutor

A Pastoral tutor from the host college

Opportunity to contribute to Student Forum and Programme Committees

A designated programme administrator

StudyNet, a versatile on-line interactive intranet and learning environment

Access to extensive online collections of information resources

Access to digital and print collections in host college

Well-equipped and up-to-date study environments, including internet access in the host College

Guided student-centered learning via StudyNet


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F. Entry requirements

The normal entry requirements for the programme are: 1. 240 credits at academic Level 4/5 of which at least 120 must be at Level 5. Students in Malaysia will have

completed an equivalent Health related Diploma that is equivalent to 120 credits at both levels 4 & 5. 2. Current registration with a recognised Professional or Statutory Regulatory Body (Nursing and Midwifery

Council, Health and Care Professions Council, Malaysian Nursing Board) will normally be required. If this is not appropriate, applicants should seek advice from the Programme Tutor prior to application.

3. Six months full time experience as a registrant within chosen field of health care will normally be expected. 4. Employment as a health care professional in an appropriate setting for the equivalent of 20 hours a month

minimum. 5. Evidence of proficiency in English for those students studying in Malaysia including IELTS of 6.5 or

equivalent.

For Return to Nursing module the normal entry requirements are:

1. Confirmation of previous registration with the NMC and of eligibility to return. 2. Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring clearance. 3. Satisfactory Occupational Health clearance 4. Two satisfactory references from:

Past / most recent employer (last line manager / senior person) for the professional reference.

Personal referee for the character reference. (School Teacher of any children, GP, voluntary work, friend in a 'professional' position). Where the last line manager / senior person has left, no longer contactable, etc. then two personal references are requested.

5. Confirmation of availability of audited placement and sign-off mentor 6. For European Union applicants, a letter from the NMC stating that they need to complete the Return to Nursing module and their Personal Registration Number (PRN). 7. Return to Nursing students will be required to complete a minimum of 200 practice hours in an approved placement setting.

For the Preparation for Mentorship modules, the normal entry requirements are:

1. Be registered with a recognised Professional or Statutory Regulatory Body 2. Be employed in a relevant health or social care environment for a minimum of 15 hours per week 3. Have been qualified for a minimum of 1 year 4. Have regular access to learners in their place of work 5. Be able to identify an up to date mentor/critical friend who is approved by their manager. Level 6 As above plus 120 credits at level 4 & 5 (for example Dip. in Higher Education).

Level 7 Normally, a first degree in a health related subject

The programme is subject to the University's Principles, Policies, Regulations and Procedures for the Admission of Students to Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes and will take account of University policy and guidelines for assessing accredited prior certificated learning (APCL) and accredited prior experiential learning (APEL)


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Section 2 Programme management

Relevant QAA subject benchmarking statements NONE Date of validation/last periodic review May 10 Date of production/ last revision of PS Relevant intakes Level 6 entering Semester A, B or C in UK and A or B in Malaysia Administrative School School of Health and Social Work

Table 3 Course structure

Course details

Course code Course description JACS

HHCON BSc Hons Contemporary Nursing B700

Course Instances

Instances code Intake

Stream Instances Year

Location: Mode of study

CONP1AP-1

CONP1AP-2

A Contemporary Nursing 1 UH

Hatfield

Campus

Part-time

CONP2AP-1

CONP2AP-2


Hatfield Campus

Part-time

CONP3AP-1

CONP3AP-2


Hatfield

Campus

Part-time

CONP4AP-1

CONP4AP-2


Hatfield Campus

Part-time

CONP1BP-1

CONP1BP-2

B Contemporary Nursing 1 UH Hatfield

Campus

Part-time

CONP2BP-1

CONP2BP-2

B Contemporary Nursing 2 UH

Hatfield Campus

Part-time

CONP3BP-1

CONP3BP-2

B Contemporary Nursing 3 UH Hatfield

Campus

Part-time

CONP4BP-1

CONP4BP-2

B Contemporary Nursing 4 UH

Hatfield

Campus

Part-time

Course details


HHCOH BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare B900

Course Instances


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Instances code Intake

Stream Instances Year Location: Mode of study

COHP1AP-1

COHP1AP-2

A Contemporary Healthcare 1 UH Hatfield Campus Part-time

COHP2AP-1

COHP2AP-2


COHP3AP-1

COHP3AP-2


COHP4AP-1

COHP4AP-2


COHP1BP-1

COHP1BP-2

B Contemporary Healthcare 1 UH Hatfield Campus Part-time

COHP2BP-1

COHP2BP-2


COHP3BP-1

COHP3BP-2


COHP4BP-1

COHP4BP-2


Course details


HHCONMAL BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing – Malaysia B700

Course Instances

Instances code Intake Stream Instances Year Location: Mode of study

CONSDP1AP A Contemporary Nursing 1 Sime Darby, Malaysia Part-time



CONSDP1BP-1

CONSDP1BP-2

B Contemporary Nursing 1 Sime Darby, Malaysia Part-time

CONSDP2BP-1

CONSDP2BP-2


CONSDP3BP-1

CONSDP3BP-2


Course details


HHCOHMAL BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare – Malaysia B900

Course Instances

Instances code Intake Stream Instances Year Location: Mode of study

COHLCP1AP A Contemporary Healthcare 1 Lincoln College, Malaysia

Part-time

COHLCP2AP A Contemporary Healthcare 2 Lincoln College, Malaysia

Part-time

COHLCP3AP A Contemporary Healthcare 3 Lincoln College,

Malaysia Part-time


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COHLCP1BP-1

COHLCP1BP-2

B Contemporary Healthcare 1 Lincoln College,

Malaysia Part-time

COHLCP2BP-1

COHLCP2BP-2

B Contemporary Healthcare 2 Lincoln College, Malaysia

Part-time

COHLCP3BP-1

COHLCP3BP-2

B Contemporary Healthcare 3 Lincoln College, Malaysia

Part-time

The programme is managed by;

Dean of School

Head of Department

Associate Dean of School (Academic Quality Assurance)

A Course/Programme Tutor who is responsible for the day to day management of the programme

A designated Programme Administrator to deal with day to day administration associated with the programme

Module Co-ordinators who are responsible for individual modules

A programme committee, the membership of which includes Programme Tutor; Associate Dean of School; Partnership organization representatives; Module leaders; Student representatives

Programme-specific assessment regulations The programme is compliant with the University's academic regulations (UPR AS11, UPR AS12 or UPR AS13, UPR AS14) with the exception of those listed below, which have been specifically approved by the University: Further points of clarification and interpretation relevant to this specific programme are given below: The programme is compliant with the University's generic assessment regulations (Structure and Assessment Regulations for Academic Programmes, UPR AS14) with the exception of those listed below, which have been specifically approved by the University:

In order to be eligible for a final BSc Hons award, students must complete all modules.

100% attendance at taught sessions is expected. If a student in unable to attend then learning may be recovered / retrieved using methods negotiated with the module leader. If absence is not retrieved, the student may fail the module.

Other sources of information Definitive Module Documents

Module Guides

Student Handbook

A-Z guide http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/ptl/common/support.nsf/support?ReadForm

University of Hertfordshire Course website: http://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/

QAA Benchmark Statement website: http://www.qaa.ac.uk/assuring-standards-and-quality/the-quality-code/subject-benchmark-statements

Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (2014) The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies

SEEC Credit Level Descriptors for Further and Higher Education 2010: http://www.seec.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/seec-files/SEEC%20Level%20Descriptors%202010.pdf

External Quality Review report website: http://www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports/provider?UKPRN=10007147#.VCFXlha_hSU

UNISTATS website: http://www.unistats.com/

http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/AS11.htm





http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/ptl/common/support.nsf/support?ReadForm

http://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/

http://www.qaa.ac.uk/assuring-standards-and-quality/the-quality-code/subject-benchmark-statements

http://www.qaa.ac.uk/publications/information-and-guidance/publication?PubID=2843#.VT8b6ZNH50F

http://www.seec.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/seec-files/SEEC%20Level%20Descriptors%202010.pdf

http://www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports/provider?UKPRN=10007147#.VCFXlha_hSU

http://www.unistats.com/


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University of Hertfordshire Academic Quality website: (StudyNet Staff Department Lists Academic Quality Office)

Structure & Assessment Regulations - Undergraduate & Taught Postgraduate Programmes, UPR AS14: http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/AS14.htm

Learning and Teaching Policy and Graduate Attributes, UPR TL03: http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/TL03.htm

Admissions - Undergraduate & Taught Postgraduate Students, UPR SA03: http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/SA03.htm

Academic Quality, UPR AS17: http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/AS17.htm Index of UPRs for students: http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr_azlist_info.htm

Information on Programme and Module External Examiners http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/ptl/common/studentcentre.nsf/Teaching+Documents/184A221E5EECA6B780257A5C00250BA9?OpenDocument

Healthcare Board Malaysia

http://medicalprac.moh.gov.my/modules/xt_conteudo/index.php?id=19

Malaysian Qualification Authority http://www.mqa.gov.my/

BSc Contemporary Nursing website http://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/contemporary-nursing

BSc Contemporary Nursing Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BScContemporaryNursing

BSc Contemporary Nursing studynet site http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/pro/co/HHCON.nsf/Homepage?ReadForm

Other information relevant to the programme There are modules in the UK programme that require the student to successfully complete identified practice based competencies. If there are no facilities, or suitably qualified personnel in the student’s area of practice it will be the student’s responsibility to negotiate access to another organisation and arrange the necessary DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance and Honorary contract requirements for working in another organisation. The University will not take responsibility for ensuring that the necessary insurance arrangements are in place or that the employer of the Practice Assessor has agreed to the arrangements made. Arrangements involving non NHS organisations may have more complex requirements. Such arrangements must be confirmed to the Programme Tutor in writing before enrolment on the module. This information is available in the Module Guide and Practice Assessors document. The programme was subject to successful review from the NMC for the two NMC approved modules (Preparation for Mentorship 2012 & Return to Nursing 2014). Students will be required to complete an on line induction and registration process prior to admission to the programme.

University policies relevant to the Programme The University undertakes to use all reasonable endeavors to deliver, assess and administer this programme in accordance with this Programme Specification. At the same time it is recognised that it is in the nature of academic developments that changes, for example to the structure, curriculum, and assessment of a programme may be necessary in order to ensure that the programme remains up to date, in response to issues raised as a result of on-going monitoring and evaluation, and/or in order to conform to new regulatory requirements imposed by this institution, by professional or statutory bodies, or by national or governmental bodies. The programme operates within the guidelines and policies relating to equal opportunities and environmental issues which may be agreed from time to time by the Board of Governors and/or the Academic Board of the University. Where the programme is offered in collaboration with another institution these policies and guidelines will normally be those of the partner institution.


http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/TL03.htm

http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr/SA03.htm


http://sitem.herts.ac.uk/secreg/upr_azlist_info.htm

http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/ptl/common/studentcentre.nsf/Teaching+Documents/184A221E5EECA6B780257A5C00250BA9?OpenDocument

http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/ptl/common/studentcentre.nsf/Teaching+Documents/184A221E5EECA6B780257A5C00250BA9?OpenDocument

http://medicalprac.moh.gov.my/modules/xt_conteudo/index.php?id=19

http://www.mqa.gov.my/

http://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/contemporary-nursing

https://www.facebook.com/BScContemporaryNursing

http://www.studynet1.herts.ac.uk/pro/co/HHCON.nsf/Homepage?ReadForm


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The programme operates in accordance with the University's Regulations Governing Studies Involving the Use of Human Subjects (UPR RE01) agreed from time to time by the Academic Board of the University. However, where the programme is offered in collaboration with another institution (for example through a franchise arrangement for all or part of the programme) then specific approval must be obtained from the University for the operation of the programme within ethical guidelines prepared by the partner institution. The partner institution will be responsible for all insurance liability in connection with the observance of ethical guidelines.

Signed Date 8th December 2015

Liz Gormley-Fleming Associate Dean of School (Academic Quality Assurance)

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BSc(Hons) Contemporary Healthcare: UK delivery

Table 2: Development of Programme Learning Outcomes in the Constituent Modules This map identifies where the programme learning outcomes are assessed in the constituent modules. It provides (i) an aid to academic staff in understanding how individual

modules contribute to the programme aims (ii) a checklist for quality control purposes and (iii) a means to help students monitor their own learning, personal and professional

development as the programme progresses.

BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing: UK delivery. Programme Learning outcomes

Module title

Module code A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 D1 D2 D3 D4

Research for Practice Development 6NMH1001 X X X X X X X X X X X

Honours Project 6NMH0190 X X X X X X X X

Minor Illness – Autonomous Practice 6NMH1009 X X X X X X X X X X X

Pain Management 6NMH1003 X X X X X X X X X X X

Leadership Skills 6NMH1022 X X X X X X X X

Wounds: Issues and Challenges 6NMH0290 X X X X X X X X X X

Assessment - Physiology Based

6NMH1005 X X X X X X X X X X X

Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural

Therapy (Mental Health)

6SCH0049

X X X X X X X X X X

Psychopharmacology & Medicines

Management (Mental Health)

6NMH0270

X X X X X X X X X

Preparation for Mentorship (Taught) 6NMH1130 X X X X X X X X X X X X

Return to Nursing 6HSK0026 X X X X X X X X X

Assessment - Systematic Approaches 6NMH1006 X X X X X X X X X X X X

Acute Clinical Care 6NMH1010 X X X X X X X X X X X


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Cancer Care 6NMH1013 X X X X X X X X

Cardiac Care 6NMH1014 X X X X X X X X X X X

Child – Care & Assessment of the

Acutely Ill

6HSK0045 X X X X X X X X X X X

Emergency Care 6NMH1004 X X X X X X X X X X X x

End of Life Care 6NMH1012 X X X X X X X X

Intensive Care 6NMH1011 X X X X X X X X X

Leg Ulcer: Theory and Practice 6NMH0017 X X X X X X X X

Minor Injury- Autonomous Practice 6NMH1008 X X X X X X X X X X X x

Recovery Values & Principles

(Mental Health)

6SCH0046

X X X X X X X X X X

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

(Mental Health)

6SCH0048

X X X X X X X X X

Preparation for Mentorship

(distance/blended)

6NMH1131 X X X X X X X X X X

Work based Learning 6NMH1015 X X X X X X X X X

Nurse Independent Prescribing

66NMH1107 X X X X X X X X X

Dementia Care Skills Practice 6HSK0032 X X X X X X X X X X X X


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BSc(Hons) Contemporary Healthcare: UK Delivery. Programme Learning outcomes

Module title Module code A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 D1 D2 D3 D4

Honours Project 6NMH1001 X X X X X X X X X X X

Research and Evidence for Health 6NMH0216 X X X X X X X X X X X

Health Economics 6NMH0220 X X X X X X

Contemporary Issues in Health Care 6NMH0202 X X X X X X

Leadership Skills 6NMH1022 X X X X X X X X X X X

Work based Learning 6NMH1015 X X X X X X X X

BSc (Hons) Contemporary Nursing: International delivery

Sime Darby Kuala Lumpur Module code A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 D1 D2 D3 D4

International Perspectives on

Research Methods

6HSK0020 X X X X X X X X

Leadership Skills for Healthcare

Practice

6HSK0021 X X X X X X X X X X

Mentorship in International Context

6HSK0023 X X X X X X X X X X

Pain Management

6HSK0024 X X X X X X X X X

Contemporary Issues in Healthcare

6HSK0022 X X X X X X X X X X X


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BSc (Hons) Contemporary Healthcare: International delivery. Programme Learning outcomes

Lincoln College Kuala Lumpur

Module code A1 A2 A3 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 D1 D2 D3 D4

Contemporary Issues In Healthcare 6NMH1017 X X X X X X X X X X

International Perspectives on

Research Methods 6NMH0281

X X X X X

Managing & Leading Change in

Health 6NMH1036

X X X X X X X X X X X

Work Based Learning 6NMH0185 X X X X X X X X X X X X

Honours Project 6NMH0184 X X X X X X X X X

Key: Learning Outcome which is assessed as part of the module

Knowledge and Understanding

Practical Skills

A1 - International and national strategies that inform the provision of health care. A2 - The philosophies that underpin contemporary care delivery and management. A3 - The role of a range of disciplines within the multi professional teams in health care

C1 - Evaluate a range of evidence in order to enhance decision making skills in practice. C2 - Identify and work to address professional development needs related to individual practice

Intellectual Skills

Transferable Skills

B1 - Analyse and recognise patients’ problems within health care settings B2 - Apply appropriate evidence in order to support practice B3 - Evaluate service provision in line with contemporary policy, guidelines

and professional development

D1 - Communicate effectively D2 - Develop skills in using IT to support learning activities D3 - Use evidence to solve problems in a logical manner D4 - Reflect on practice