Teaching and assessment for Quality Improvement and Patient Safety PGDip

School of Health Sciences

Teaching

The course is mainly delivered online and may include:

online learning resources
range of activities – quizzes, surveys, reflection, sharing perspectives
online discussion boards
live web conferences
directed and self-directed reading

Assessment

We use a variety of assessment methods, including:

debates
'patchwork text' of the components of an improvement project
examinations
essays

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

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Module code: PN50097 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 1

This module will help you gain knowledge and understanding of the key drivers for utilizing Quality Improvement methodologies and improvement science, as well as how to implement quality improvement in service delivery.

Quality Improvement in Action full module details

Module code: PN50115 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 2

This module focuses on the theories and principles underpinning risk management and patient safety, and explores the reasons for their continued emphasis within healthcare. It also covers the practical tools and techniques that can be used to mitigate error and harm.

Risk and Patient Safety full module details

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