SHE level 11 SCQF credit points 15 ECTS credit points 7.5 Module code MMB725030 Module Leader Fiona McGrory School School of Health and Life Sciences Subject Nursing Trimester A (September start), B (January start), C (May start), A (September start), B (January start), C (May start)
Summary of content This module is designed for practitioners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of the issues involved in infection prevention and management in healthcare. Students will be encouraged to engage with underpinning knowledge from the disciplines of epidemiology, microbiology, infection prevention, health protection and public health. Students will explore the contemporary issues, current successes and need for action at local, national and global levels to prevent, treat and control infections worldwide.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward Drivers for Infection Prevention & Control & implications for Health Protection
Learning outcomes arrow_forward Learning Outcome
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward The module will be delivered either fully online via GCU Learn or using a blended approach of face to face and virtual learning environments The main activities carried out by students are directed and independent study to develop knowledge and skills relating to the module syllabus. The teaching and learning strategies employed include: lectures/video lectures, synchronous and asynchronous discussion and webinars. Self-directed study to engage the students in the key concepts which will be encouraged through guided activities and directed learning. A case study approach will be used to engage the students in active learning and allow them to apply the theoretical knowledge to practice. Students will then be able to select a case, relevant to their own interest and area of practice, for their assessment. A required formative oral presentation, discussing the context of their selected case study, will allow for timely feedback (peer and academic) in preparation of their summative submission.
Indicative reading arrow_forward Transferrable skills arrow_forward Work in a self-directed manner, taking responsibility for own learning, personal development
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 20 Tutorials 10 Practicals 0 Seminars 3 Independent Learning 87 Assessment 30 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 100 45 Case Study (2500 words)
