Hospital

Key features

This 20 credit module, which can be taken at either degree level or masters level, enables you to undertake an individual work based project and meet a set of agreed learning outcomes for a specified programme of study.


Module code

HEAD391 / APP752

Credits

20

FHEQ level

Level 6 - degree / Level 7 - masters degree

Location

Work based

Nurse at Derriford Hospital

HEAD391 course details (degree level)

Identify, in collaboration with the employer and Plymouth University module lead, work based objectives and develops a learning contract specific to these objectives. The student will need to identify what learning is needed and identify ways to evidence and evaluate development.
Assessment
The assessment for this module is an essay.
(Please note that the assessment details are provisional – if you require further information please contact the module lead or the Professional Development Unit).
Learning Outcomes
  • Identify and manage personal and professional learning needs.
  • Evidence learning and development in relation to work based objectives.
  • Demonstrate evidence based knowledge of field of practice, project context and mechanisms required to instigate change / develop practice or maintain good practice.
  • Apply critical analysis of theory and research to practice development.

APP752 course details (masters level)

Identifies, in collaboration with your employer and University of Plymouth module lead, work based objectives and develops a learning contract specific to these objectives. You will need to identify what learning is needed and identify ways to evidence and evaluate development.
Learning outcomes
  • Identify and manage personal and professional learning needs.
  • Synthesise the evidence of learning and development in relation to work based objectives.
  • Demonstrate evidence based knowledge and deep understanding of field of practice, project context and mechanisms required to instigate change/develop practice or maintain good practice.
Assessment
The assessment for this module is an essay.
(Please note that the assessment details are provisional – if you require further information please contact the module lead or the Professional Development Unit).

Admissions information

Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
  • Application forms.
  • Change of name forms.
  • Pre-course information.
  • Downloadable guides.
  • Student card.
Admissions information Additional information and documentation required for the application process.Access to application forms, download guides and confirmation information. Visit our admissions homepage.

Module dates

2, 16 December 2024.
Occasionally delivery dates might be subject to change – always check with the module lead or Professional Development Unit.
Please be aware that all modules run to minimum numbers.
In the event that there are low numbers, this module may be rescheduled to an alternative date.
Some modules are also subject to maximum numbers.

Entry requirements

To be considered for a place on these modules you must:
  • be a registered health and social care professional or health and social care worker in possession of previous study at level 5 (Diploma of Higher Education) or a foundation degree to study the module at degree level, or
  • be a registered health and social care professional or health and social care worker ideally in possession of previous study at degree level to study the module at masters level.
You will be considered and advised individually (where required) by the programme team and Professional Development Unit. Please contact the PDU or programme lead if you have any queries regarding your situation.

Fees