Prerequisites for Module
AS4091 Nutrition Placement.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To provide students with the ability to examine contemporary issues in nutritional practice by reflecting on experiences gained from the nutrition placement, and to evaluate critically theoretical and practical aspects of professional practice.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Explain the main elements affecting professional practice.
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Evaluate critically aspects of professional practice.
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Contextualise professional practice with regard to other professions and issues affecting society as a whole.
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Indicative Module Content
Contemporary issues impinging on the practice of nutritionists. Aspects of professional practice and management that affect the working environment of nutritionists. Consideration of a broader range of stakeholders' inputs and impacts for the experiences gained from the nutrition placement.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Tutorial/seminar
| 6 |
Directed Study
| | Directed Study
| 36 |
Private Study
| | Private Study
| 108 |
Mode of Delivery
This module makes use of flexible seminars and tutorials for discussions of reflective practice, management issues and presentations by students.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3
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Component 1 is a report.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Students will be directed to subject-specific reading materials for the element of directed study.
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