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Module Title | |||
Sciences 1 | |||
Reference | NU1303 | Version | 1 |
Created | November 2019 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
Approved | June 2020 | SCQF Points | 30 |
Amended | ECTS Points | 15 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To facilitate the student to develop an understanding of the sciences in relation to all fields of nursing across the lifespan. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Describe anatomy, physiology and homeostatic mechanisms of human development from conception to old age. |
2 | Demonstrate knowledge of pathophysiological and psychopathological processes. |
3 | Demonstrate knowledge of the key psychosocial sciences across the lifespan. |
4 | Outline the general principles of drug action. |
5 | Explain microbiology in relation to infection prevention and control. |
Indicative Module Content |
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Anatomy, physiology, pathology, pathophysiology, psychopathology, biochemistry, embryology, genetics, cell biology growth and development, homeostasis, microbiology, parasitology. Pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Social structures, social systems, social class - identity, family structures, diversity. Social Functions - norms and values, social capital, power control and conflict. Psychological and psychiatric perspectives - psychodynamic, behavioural, cognitive, evolutionary, humanistic; ontology; aspects of the mind and behaviour; psychological development across the lifespan; contemporary debates e.g. nature v nurture. |
Module Delivery |
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Blended learning approach including: Lectures, tutorials and online learning. Design and delivery of indicative content will include key, contemporary, field specific information in relation to the content and skill/ procedures identified |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 80 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 220 | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 300 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
Description: | Computer Assisted Assessment |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
Computer assisted assessment - mix of multiple choice and free text answers. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | C1=A |
B | C1=B |
C | C1=C |
D | C1=D |
E | C1=E |
F | C1=F |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | None in addition to course entry requirements or equivalent. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | BECKETT, C. and TAYLOR, H., 2010. Human growth and development. 2nd ed. London: Sage. |
2 | CLARKE, A., 2010. The sociology of healthcare. 2nd ed. Essex: Pearson. |
3 | MCGAVOCK, H., 2016. How drugs work: basic pharmacology for healthcare professionals. 4th ed. London: Taylor Francis Group. |
4 | NHS HEALTH EDUCATION ENGLAND (NHS HEE), 2017. HEE Genomics Education Programme. [online]. Birmingham: NHS HEE. Available from: https://www.genomicseducation.hee.nhs.uk/ [Accessed 11 August 2021]. |
5 | NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL (NMC), 2018. Future Nurse: Standards of Proficiency for registered nurses. London: NMC. |
6 | UPTON, D., 2013. Introducing psychology for nurses and healthcare professionals. 2nd ed. Hoboken : Taylor and Francis. |
7 | WELSH, C.J., 2021. Hole's essentials of human anatomy & physiology. 14th ed. New York: McGraw Hill. |