The aim of this program is to support the development and enhancement of essential knowledge and skills in the registered practitioner to equip them for a career in specialist community nursing. This will be actualized through building upon the theoretical and clinical basis of their specialized area of practice, through the delivery of a coherent program of study. The award options have a contemporary focus and meet the NMC Standards for Specialist Education and Practice (NMC, 2001) for those aspiring to work within the field of District Nursing.
BSc (Hons) Specialist Community Nursing: District Nursing Pathway
Modules
Year 1
- NUR-30164 Holistic Health Assessment (30 credits)
- NUR-30149 Evidence-Based Practice (15 credits)
- NUR-30199 Specialist Community Nursing Practice (30 credits)
- NUR-30154 Independent and Supplementary Nurse Prescribing module (30 credits)
- NUR-30157 Clinical Leadership (15 credits)
Employability
The aim of this program is to support you in the development and enhancement of essential knowledge and skills as a registered practitioner and equip you for a career in specialist community nursing. This will be actualized through building upon the theoretical and clinical basis of your specialized area of practice and developing your intellectual, personal and professional capabilities. Our educational program and learning environment has a contemporary focus that serves to meet the NMC Standards for Specialist Community Nursing (NMC 2004) and to help you to become a well-rounded practitioner, capable of making a positive and valued contribution in the field of District Nursing.
Key Facts
Requirements
- Current first level Professional Registration on Part 1 of the NMC Register (Registered Nurse).
- Diploma of Higher Education (Dip HE) Award in a related subject or academic equivalent.
- Applicants without a Dip HE or equivalent may be considered on an individual basis through the Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning process (RPEL) for admission onto the BSc (Hons) program.
- Sponsorship from an authorized NHS Trust/Organisation.
Duration options
1 to 5 years
Fees and Applying
EU/Home – Tuition Fees:
- Full-time: £9,250 UK
International –
- Tuition Fees: £19,800
