Nursing (top up) - Liverpool John Moores University

PROGRAMME DETAIL SPECIFICATION
Programme Summary
1 Awarding institution Liverpool John Moores University
2 Teaching institution university BECKETT COLLEGE
3a Programme accredited by:
3b Description of accreditation
4 Final award Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nursing (top up)
5 Programme title BSH.Nursing (top up)
6 UCAS code
7 Subject benchmark statement LJMU (2006) Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Strategy & Implementation Guide
LJMU (2008) Effective Practice in Assessment (Blue
Book 3rd Ed)
LJMU Curriculum Design Guide
National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (2003)
National Framework of Qualifications
Nursing Subject Benchmark Statements (QAA 2001)
QAA (2001) Framework for Higher Education
8 Educational aims of the programme
The programme aims to provide a professional education, which meets the requirements of the award of
Bachelor of Science with honours in Nursing Studies from Liverpool John Moores University. The programme
aims to:
1. Facilitate a student centred learning experience that takes account of the individual needs and abilities of
students
2. Provide students with a substantial knowledge base appropriate to first degree level study
3. Enable students to progress in a critical, analytical and reflective manner within a
framework of life-long learning
4. Facilitate the further development of nurses who are able to respond to changing health
needs in a flexible and adaptable manner
5. Provide modules in nursing studies to enable students to engage in learning specific to the discipline of
nursing
6 Encourage the further development of transferable skills for career progression, requiring
the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making
7. Provide students with the opportunity to enhance their scientific focus in relation to
nursing studies
8. Facilitate the acquisition of non-clinical skills and knowledge to innovate and contribute to the evidence base
of practice and service delivery
9. Provide opportunities for students to further enhance their international perspective on
nursing
10. Enable students to develop their teaching and leadership qualities and abilities that can
be applied to a range of settings and contexts
11. Provide a pathway for further academic progression.
9 Level Learning Outcomes:
FHEQ Level 5 Outcomes:
Analyse concepts and principles of nursing
Examine contemporary political issues impacting on nursing practice and health
Appreciate research and evidence-based practice
Analyse professional and ethical issues
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Demonstrate problem solving ability and conceptual understanding
Use reflection in decision making
Analyse concepts in relation to nursing studies
Utilise systematic approaches to care
Engage in strategies to promote professional development
Select and retrieve information from a variety of sources and apply findings to professional practice
Demonstrate ability to identify and pursue life-long learning opportunities
Communicate information and ideas coherently and logically to people in a variety of ways
Participate effectively in group settings
Assess the relevance and importance of communication in teamwork and leadership
Manage own learning
Demonstrate IT skills
FHEQ Level 6 Outcomes:
Critically appraise concepts and theories of nursing
Critically analyse education, management and leadership approaches
Critically appraise political issues impacting on nursing practice and health
Utilise an appropriate research and evidence base for nursing
Critically analyse frameworks for risk management and quality assurance
Critically evaluate professional and ethical issues in nursing practice
Critically reflect to enable appropriate decision making
Interpret and apply concepts through logical and systematic thought
Engage in strategies to promote professional development of self and others within a framework of lifelong
learning
Effectively applies research and evidence-based findings to inform professional practice
Disseminate complex information effectively
Critically analyse the relevance and importance of communication in effective leadership and teamwork
9 Intended learning outcomes - the programme provides opportunities for students to develop and
demonstrate knowledge and understanding, skills, qualities and other attributes in the following areas:
Intended Learning Outcomes summary
A1. Concepts and principles of nursing
Knowledge and understanding
A2. Nursing education, management and leadership principles
A3. Contemporary political issues impacting on nursing practice and health
A4. Research appreciation and evidence based practice
A5. Quality asurance and risk management
A6. Professional and ethical issues
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Teaching and learning methods include keynote lectures, self-directed and reflective learning approaches,
problem-based learning, seminars, tutorials, student-led discussions and e-supported learning via a virtual
learning environment.
Assessment
Assessment methods include written assignments and reports, examinations, individual and group seminar
presenattion, demonstration and portfolio development. Learning through formative assessment feedback is
facilitated in each module.
Intellectual Skills
Skills and other attributes
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B1. Demonstrate problem solving and analytical skills and conceptual understanding
B2. Reflection and decision making in nursing
B3. Interpret and apply concepts
B4. Think logically and systematically
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Assessment
Professional practical skills
C1. Engage in strategies to promote professional development in nursing
C2. Retrieve, sift and select information from a variety of sources and apply findings to professional practice
C3. Demonstrate ability to identify and pursue life-long learning opportunities
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Assessment
Transferable / key skills
D1. Communicate information and ideas coherently and logically in a variety of ways
D2. Participate effectively in group settings
D3. Asses the relevance and importance of communication in teamwork and leadership
D4. Manage own learning
D5. Demonstrate IT skills
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Assessment
10. Route/Pathway/Field requirements, levels, modules, credits and awards
This full time programme is delivered within three semesters over 2 non-standard academic years (one
full-calendar year). The amount of credit awarded for a Diploma in Nursing taken outside of Western Europe will
normally be 120 credits at level 1 and 60 credits at level 2. The total credits for the programme will be made up
as follows: advanced standing of 120 credits at level 1 and 60 credits at level 2. A further 60 credits at level 2 will
be taken as part of the programme, as will 120 credits at level 3.
Award Requirements
Bachelor of Science with Honours in Nursing (top up)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (top up)
For information about awards, see http://www.ljmu.ac.uk/Academic_Enhancement/121984.htm
Level 6 Potential Awards on completion Bachelor of Science with Honours
Core Option Award Requirements
6500BNNURS LEADERSHIP AND
EDUCATION IN NURSING
ENVIRONMENTS
6501BNNURS PROFESSIONAL
PRINCIPLES FOR THE PRACTICE
OF NURSING
6502BNNURS RESEARCH
METHODS
6503BNNURS APPROACHES TO
PUBLIC HEALTH
6504BNNURS INDIVIDUAL STUDY
Level 5
Potential Awards on completion
120 core credits at level 6
0 option credits at level 6
0 elective credits at level 6
Core Option Award Requirements
5500BNNURS ENHANCING 60 core credits at level 5
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ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
5501BNNURS EVIDENCE BASE
FOR NURSING STUDIES
5502BNNURS FRAMEWORKS FOR
CARE DELIVERY
5503BNNURS GLOBAL DISEASE
PATTERNS
0 option credits at level 5
0 elective credits at level 5
11 Opportunities for work-related learning ( location and nature of activities)
There is no element of work-based learning within this programme.
12 Criteria for admission
Other
The programme is specifically aimed at practising registered nurses recruited via Beckett College and it is
therefore a closed client group. Candidates must be able to satisfy LJMU and Faculty admissions requirements
in the following ways:
Core requirements:
The programme is open to Irish nationals, EU nationals and international students who can satisfy the following
requirements for entry.
Diploma in Nursing
Registered nurses, normally with current licence to practice in their country of origin.
Satisfactory performance in the selection interview
Additional Requirements in respect of students for whom English is not their native language:
Proficiency in English language to an equivalent minimum score of 6.0 in the English Language Testing System
(IELTS) or
Evidence that applicants have conducted their secondary and tertiary education through the medium of English
in a native English speaking environment.
13 Information about assessment regulations
The programme is run according to the University Modular Framework
14 Indicators of quality:
Research Assessment Exercise
Quality Assurance Agency
External Examiners' Reports
Research Assessment Exercise
Student Evaluations
Programme Self-Assesment
Programme Review
Institutional Student Survey
Internal Academic Audit
Educational Audit
15 Support for students and their learning
A one week induction programme at the start of the programme to include:
2 days induction from staff at Beckett College to introduce the overseas student to life in the city in which they
are studying
Introduction to the Becket College team and the physical learning resources and student support facilities
Introduction to the programme and to the LJMU Off-Campus electronic learning resources
The students will be supported throughout the Programme by:-
The Programme Leader/Module Leaders: who will ensure the Academic support for students on the programme
and modules. They will ensure that students have all the information necessary to support them throughout the
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programme.
Personal Tutor: Students will be seen at least twice during the year by their Personal Tutor to discuss their
individual progress and to enable the process of personal development planning (PDP). Any student requiring
additional support will be able to meet with the Personal Tutor at a mutually agreeable time.
The Programme Team: will deal with issues of concern as they arise and endeavour to provide a facilitative and
supportive network for the students. The team will review the operation, development and quality of the
programme on a continuous basis.
College, Programme and Module Handbooks provided within the programme containing the name, telephone,
fax and e-mail addresses of all members of the programme team, academic and administrative.
16 Methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of teaching and learning
Subject standards for all taught programmes of study are specified using an outcome based learning model.
Attainment is measured against the standard and individual student performance is moderated at assessment
boards. This involves both internal moderation (by LJMU staff) and external moderation (by External
Examiners). Internal annual programme self-assessment is informed by broad ranging student feedback,
comments from external examiners and academic staff who conduct module review. External quality
assessment by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education confirms that standards are set at the
appropriate level and that quality of learning opportunities are subject to continuing improvement. The quality of
teaching is assured through staff review and staff development in learning, teaching and assessment.
Designated committees have responsibility for the oversight of processes wherein quality and standards are
evaluated and improved.
Mechanisms for reviewing and evaluating all aspects of the programme will be in accordance with the LJMU
UMF regulations.
Programme Board of Study held at Beckett College
Programme Review held at Beckett College
Module and Programme evaluations
Institutional Student Survey
Annual Programme Self Assessment and Action process
External Examiner approval of assessment questions and scrutiny of assessment outcomes
Link Tutor feed back
Committees with responsibility for monitoring, evaluating and enhancing quality and standards
Held at Beckett College
APC (Academic & Professional Council) of Beckett College
Programme Management Team Meetings
Programme Board of Studies
Module Assessment Boards
Programme Assessment Boards
Held at LJMU
Faculty Quality Committees
Faculty Accreditation Committee.
Faculty Management Team
Faculty Learning, Teaching and Assessment Committee
Quality and Standards Committee
Mechanisms for gaining student feedback on the quality of teaching and their learning experience
Student module evaluation and programme evaluation
Programme Board of Studies.
Staff development priorities include:
Peer review activity
Academic staff have subject specific knowledge
Academic staff have a responsibility for keeping their knowledge updated
Staff attend conferences and staff development sessions
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Staff are involved in ongoing review of the programme
The LJMU regulations and Learning and Teaching Strategy will underpin staff development
Personal Development Review
Subject standards for all taught programmes of study are specified using an outcome based learning model.
Attainment is measured against the standard and individual student performance is moderated at assessment
boards. This involves both internal moderation (by LJMU staff and/or partner institution staff) and external
moderation (by External Examiners). Internal annual programme self-assessment is informed by broad ranging
student feedback, external examiners and academic staff who conduct module review. External quality
assessment by Professional Statutory Regulatory Bodies and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher
Education confirms that standards are set at the appropriate level and that quality of learning opportunities are
subject to continuing improvement. The quality of teaching is assured through staff review and staff development
in learning, teaching and assessment. Designated committees have responsibility for the oversight of processes
wherein quality and standards are evaluated and improved.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the
learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she
takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning
outcomes, content, teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the student
module guide and course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by
the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
17 Key sources of information about the course can be found in:
Definitive Programme Validation Document (2009)
Student handbook
LJMU website
Further details may be obtained from a series of handbooks for students that together provide comprehensive
information. Detailed programme information is contained in definitive documentation for the programme. The
Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is increasingly used to provide module specific information.
18 Progress Files
Increasingly, academic guidance is provided within a framework of personal development planning linked to
progress review.
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