If you are applying for a stand-alone Masters level module please note you must meet either the general University entry criteria or the specific module pre-requisite for this level of study.
Module manager: Nic Hughes
Email: n.d.hughes@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 01 Oct to 31 Dec, 1 Sep to 31 Jan (Adv pre 2223), Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2007/08
Professional registration on the NMC Register. The student will normally be expected to have achieved a critical understanding of nursing knowledge and nursing theory
This module is not approved as an Elective
To systematically explore the historical, socio-political and epistemological influences on the development of knowledge and theory in nursing; to critically examine and debate the challenges and implications of paradigmatic shift, brought about by the advanced nursing practice developments; to analyse skills , knowledge and leadership ability to influence, negotiate and lobby for integration, change and development in nursing practice; to critically analyse the issue of power and control in healthcare decision-making and advancing nursing practice at local, regional and national levels; to critically evaluate the contribution of nursing?s epistemology to supporting advanced nursing practice development in a specific area of healthcare provision; to demonstrate the ability to synthesise and integrate theory in advancing nursing practice.
Historical, socio-political and epistemological influences on development of nursing knowledge and theory, implications for practice; analysis of levels of theory in nursing and their application to advancing nursing practice; consideration of the differences between specialist, expert and advanced nursing practice; political issues in advancing nursing practice in a healthcare arena; leadership skills - leadership styles; power and control; negotiating and lobbying skills; change and development in healthcare; responding to consultation documents; media presentation; editorial writing.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 30 | 1 | 30 |
| Private study hours | 120 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | 3,000 words | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 17/02/2010
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