Registry

Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title
Module Code
School
Online Module Resources

Module TeacherEvelyn Kelleher
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
Successfully completing this module enables students to appreciate relationships between nursing theory, research and practice. This module also facilitates students in developing academic study skills. NS302 is one of two modules which form the access to the Bachelor of Nursing Studies (BNS) programme. This module examines the theoretical foundations of nursing practice and its application to contemporary nursing practice. The utility of research in informing practice is also explored. Students will be expected to participate in on-line discussions utilising their clinical nursing experience as a means from which real-life application of the topics presented can be discussed in depth. Students will also be expected to participate in exercises which are designed to improve academic study skills. Tutorial support is also provided

Learning Outcomes
1. Discuss the nature of nursing/midwifery and its challenges in the context of contemporary Irish healthcare
2. Explain the development of nursing as a profession with reference to current and future trends
3. Discuss the roles, functions and scope of practice for nurses/midwives in the context of health care in Ireland
4. Explain the theoretical basis for nursing practice and the organisation of nursing work.
5. Demonstrate ability in effective studying and academic writing skills



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Independent learning time150Self lead reading
On-line learning30.5Peer discussion
Tutorial7No Description
Total Workload: 187.5

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities
The Context of Nursing in Health Care.
Health care and its delivery; trends, settings and populationsProfessional development / Scope of PracticePractice development.

Theory and Theory Development.
The nature of nursingArt/science debateTheoretical basis for practice.

Organisation of Nursing Work.
Nursing frameworks appreciationNursing methods/nursing processModels of care delivery, functional nursing, team nursing, primary nursing.

Adult Learning.
Learning how to learn/learning stylesAcademic writing process.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment% Examination Weight%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Essayn/a100%n/a
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category
Indicative Reading List
  • NA: 0, NA,
  • An Bord Altranais: 2000, Review of Scope of Practice for Nursing & Midwifery., Stationary Office, Dublin,
  • Creme, P. and Lea, M.R.: 1997, Writing at University. A Guide for Students., Open University Press, Buckinham,
  • Fealy, G.M.: 2004, Care to remember. Nursing and Midwifery in Ireland, Mercier Press, Cork,
  • McCormack, B., Manley, K. and Garbett, R.: 2004, Practice Development in Ireland, Blackwell Publishing, Oxford,
  • National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery: 2004, Report on the Continuing Professional Development of Staff Nurses and Staff Midwives, NCNM, Dublin,
Other Resources
1150, 0, NA,
Array
Programme or List of Programmes
Timetable this semester: Timetable for
Archives:
DCU
Address
The Helix
3U
NDP
Government
EU
Disclaimer | Privacy