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Advancing Skills in the Practice of Infection Prevention and Control

Snapshot

Academic award SCOTCAT award European Credit Transfer (ECTS) Academic status Course length
This module forms part of the MSc Advanced Practice Framework. It can also be taken as a stand-alone module to gain entry to the framework for those students not in possession of a first degree. 30 points at Level 11 (Masters) 15 Credits Postgraduate 300 hours of student effort (including assessment)
Academic School: School of Nursing & Midwifery
How to apply: Apply using the Nursing & Midwifery Taught Postgraduate Application Form, download in Word format
Fees:
Academic Year Home/EU Overseas LMC *
2011-12 £360 per 15 credit module,
£720 per 30 credit module,
£1,440 per 60 credit module,
plus £1,150 for dissertation		 £925 per 15 credit module,
£1,850 per 30 credit module,
£3,700 per 60 credit module,
plus £2,600 for dissertation		 £465 per 15 credit module,
£925 per 30 credit module,
£1,850 per 60 credit module,
plus £1,300 for dissertation
2012-13 £380 per 15 credit module,
£490 per 20 credit module,
£760 per 30 credit module,
plus £1,200 for dissertation		 £1,940 per 30 credit module
plus £2,730 for dissertation		 to be confirmed
2013-14 to be confirmed   to be confirmed
For more information on fees, visit the School of Nursing & Midwifery website.
* LMC = low & middle income countries
   

Overview

This module will help the practitioner consolidate the fundamental knowledge and skills already acquired and prepare them for greater responsibilities within their sphere of practice. It will also facilitate the practitioner's acquisition of the required strategic holistic view so that they are able to enhance and develop clinical practice and service provision.

Aims of the Module

To encourage students to critically explore and debate the professional issues in infection prevention and control, in order to develop a wide holistic and strategic view of their role, practice and influence for change.

Teaching & Assessment

"I particularly liked the on-line real-life scenarios, and the opportunities to put theory into practice. Excellent range of material and areas covered, and my interest and involvement were held throughout."

This module is delivered entirely online through MyDundee (the University virtual learning environment). All materials are provided through this medium. E-learning offers students easy access to web resources and documents needed for their studies, as well as facilitating discussions and the exchange of ideas with fellow students and tutors. Anyone with access to the internet and basic IT skills will be able to use MyDundee.

The assessment strategy requires the application of knowledge and skills to a complex practice problem, in a team setting, and requires students to reflect on their effectiveness. Online participation will be assessed by contribution to moving forward constructive debate

Entry Requirements

This module is aimed at practitioners in the field of infection prevention and control, who have completed "Fundamental Skills for Practitioners of Infection Prevention and Control" or its equivalent.

Applicants must also have access to a computer and internet (preferably broadband) and have basic IT skills.

English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.0 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

Contact

Emma Burnett

Tel: +44 (0) 01382 388534

Email: e.burnett@dundee.ac.uk