Postgraduate Programme Specification
PgDip Advanced Professional Practice
Academic Year 2024/25
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| Programme Title | PgDip Advanced Professional Practice | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Postgraduate Diploma | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | NAM-PD-AP | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100290 - Nursing - 100 |
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ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
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Interview Required |
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| Mode of Study | Full Time or Part Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Postgraduate | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 1 Academic Year Part Time - 5 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 120 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Nursing & Midwifery |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Midwifery (2009) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
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Programme Specific Regulations Examinations |
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Students with protected characteristics This programme includes practical and clinical elements where patient safety must be the primary consideration. |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The overall aim of the Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Professional Practice is to offer a high quality supportive teaching and learning environments that provide graduates with:
The overall aim of the Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Professional Practice is to offer a high quality supportive teaching and learning environments that provide graduates with:
1.Intellectual and practical skills necessary to promote and sustain innovative and emerging practice and leadership.
2.Intellectual and transferable skills necessary to function in positions of leadership and advanced practice.
3.Skills enabling graduates to critically review and introduce current evidence to practice or other investigative strategies relevant to practice and leadership roles.
Intellectual and practical skills necessary to promote and sustain innovative and emerging practice and leadership.
Intellectual and transferable skills necessary to function in positions of leadership and advanced practice.
Skills enabling graduates to critically review and introduce current evidence to practice or other investigative strategies relevant to practice and leadership roles.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Apply a constant and integrated approach to analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new and complex concepts, and developing information and issues around clinical practice specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Identify and offer advanced insights into complex and abstract ideas, and clinical issues. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Nurture advanced responses to clinical problems and issues around subject specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Deal with complex and emerging issues and make informed judgements around areas of clinical practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Communicate at an advanced level to a range of audiences and adapt communication method to context and purpose. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Communicate effectively to peers and experts critical dialogue in keeping with professional standards and expectations within area of specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Use a range of resources to support and enhance work at Masters level. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Exercise a level of autonomy and initiative in professional and equivalent activities. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Demonstrate leadership in tackling and solving problems and issues. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Work in ways that are reflective, self-critical and evidence based. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Deal with complex and professional issues. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
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Make informed judgements on emerging issues linked to clinical practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, seminars, group discussion, presentation, computer assisted learning, supervision, distance learning, practicals, directed and independent reading. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be through written assignment, clinical practical assessment, oral examination, and portfolio. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate a critical overview of subject areas, including critical understanding of principal theories, principles and concepts. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
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Demonstrate a critical and advanced knowledge and understanding of selected specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
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Develop advanced knowledge and understanding that is generated through personal study and investigation and which could make a contribution to the development of selected specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Use an advanced range of the principal skills, techniques, practices associated with subject specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
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Use and enhance a range of complex skills, techniques, practices and materials at forefront of one’s specialism. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
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Design and execute Masters level investigation or development projects to deal with new challenges and issues. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
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Demonstrate the development and application of advanced knowledge, understanding and practices. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
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Demonstrate advanced practice in the context of emerging issues and clinical circumstances. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The programme will be supported by tutorials, group discussion, computer assisted learning, directed and independent reading and supervision. Methods of Assessment Assessment will be by written assignment, portfolio and seminar presentation. |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| Mental Health Essentials | HSN7078 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Physiology: Homeostasis in Acute/Critical Health Care | HSN7083 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Implementing Continuity of Midwifery Carer (CoMC) for All Women | MID7078 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Critical Care- Advanced Nurse Practitioner | HSN7088 | 7 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Contemporary Care Delivery in Intellectual Disability Practice | HSN7082 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Enabling Inter Professional Practice | HSN7086 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Advances in Health Evidence and People with Intellectual Disabilities | HSN7081 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Transforming Practice Through Evidence | HSN7087 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% |
| Nursing Care of Older People | SPR7089 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Simulation based education, theory and practice in health care | HSN7091 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Advancing the Speciality of Orthopaedic and Fracture Trauma Nursing | HSN7120 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Practice teaching and learning for health and social care professionals | HSN7085 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Theories and principles of practice education | HSN7084 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Enhancing Knowledge and Skills: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR 2) | HSN7080 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Special and intensive nursing care of the neonate | HSN7102 | 7 | 40 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 70% | 30% | 0% |
| Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy – Supervision and Development of Professional | HSN7093 | 7 | 20 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Introduction to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR 1) | HSN7079 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| The art and science of neonatal nursing care | HSN7103 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 80% | 20% | 0% |
| Principles of Critical Care in Midwifery | MID7016 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Health Assessment | NMP7002 | 7 | 20 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Perspectives of family centred health & social care | HSN7038 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Frailty, Rehabilitation and Enablement | SPR7090 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 80% | 20% | 0% |
| Enhanced Person-centred Practice | SPR7077 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Perinatal Mental Health | HSN7077 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 70% | 30% | 0% |
| Evidence Based Practice | HSN7076 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Successful leading for health and social care professionals | HSN7032 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Independent Study Module | NUR7008 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Enhancing care and practice for children with complex health care needs | NUR7020 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Applied Research Methods and Statistics in Healthcare | NUR7002 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 70% | 0% | 30% |
| Cancer Services, Design and Strategic Involvement | SPR7084 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Holistic Approach to Cancer Care | SPR7083 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Qualitative Research Methods | NUR7010 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Complexity in Pregnancy: Midwifery Care for Women and their Families | HSN7020 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Health and Well-being in Later Life | SPR7088 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Leading in Health and Social Care | SPR7078 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Acute Cardiac Nursing | SPR7085 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Applied Biomedical Aspects of Cancer Care | SPR7082 | 7 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 30% | 70% | 0% |
| Pharmacotherapeutics for Practice | NUR7016 | 7 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes
Students must take and pass modules to the value of 120 CATS points to be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Professional Practice.
The Postgraduate Diploma consists of One Stage that is comprised of six taught modules of study. Students must successfully complete a total of six taught modules (stage 1), including: one compulsory research module*; two pathway specific modules; and three optional modules that may be selected either from other specific pathways or the general pathways (see list of modules).