Primary Care (Practice Nursing) BSc (Hons)
Overview
Primary care is central to the health and well-being of individuals and communities. Throughout the world, the provision of preventive, treatment and rehabilitation services is rooted increasingly in primary care.
The BSc Primary Care (Practice Nursing) course aims to equip you to develop new skills to use in the different practice and organisational settings in which you work. The course is focused on practice and practical application, and is relevant to the varied communities from which our students are drawn.
Who is the course for?
The degree is for NMC registered nurses, who are currently working as practice nurses who wish to gain their BSc degree.
Why study Primary Care (Practice Nursing) at City?
- Develop your skills and confidence within the general practice environment.
- Tailor the course to your individual practice needs by choosing from a range of modules.
- Study on a flexible programme which fits around full-time work.
- Benefit from a focus on practice and practical application.
- Benefit from increased career opportunities in nursing at a senior level.
Entry Requirements:
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Course Fees:
- Full-time EU: £7,500
- Part-time EU: £3,750 per year
- Full-time Non EU: £14,300
- Part-time Non EU: £7,150 per year
Start Date:
There are two intakes each academic year - April and September
Entry Requirements
Tariff Points
- You will need 120 credits at Level 1 and 2
- We will need to see evidence that you have undertaken study in the past five years (including assessment results).
Pre-requisites
Other Suitable Qualifications
English Requirements
If English is not your first language, you will need to prove you have reached an appropriate standard through either of the following qualifications:
- GCSE English Language at Grade C or above
- IELTS 6.0.
See our website for more details:
www.city.ac.uk/study/apply/undergraduate/language.html
Visa Requirements
The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than 6 months
- Students on courses of less than 6 months
- Students on a pre-sessional English Language course
For more information see our main Visa page.
When and Where
- Start Date:
- There are two intakes each academic year - April and September
- Duration:
- Part time: The maximum study period is five years, but typically students take one or two modules each semester, over a two year period.
- Duration:
Course Content
The course is for practice nurses, it provides the knowledge and skills needed to deliver a diverse range of services within general practice. The course can be tailored to meet individual practice and development needs due to the wide range of module options available.
The course will help prepare students to meet the many challenging demands of working within general practice, particularly in relation to the essential and additional services of the new General Medical Services contract.
Course Structure
Core modules
There are two core modules to be taken at Level 3.
- Research module 1
- Philosophy and politics of primary healthcare
Route-specific modules
There are two route-specific modules to be taken at Level 3.
- Practice nurse distance learning
- Practice portfolio (double module)
Optional modules
You can choose from a wide range of optional modules:
- Chronic heart disease management in Primary Care
- Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Clinical assessment in Primary Care
- Developing practice in contraception and reproductive sexual health
- Independent and supplementary non medical nurse prescribing (course 1)
- Diabetes care.
When you have successfully completed the taught modules plus your portfolio, you will qualify for a BSc (Hons) degree.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching and learning involve group lectures specific to the field of study that is selected. You will be encouraged to actively participate in a number of seminars to aid with the completion of their portfolio module. If a clinical module is selected you will undertake a number of clinical workshops.
Modules are assessed through a diverse range of assignments and examinations. You will be encouraged to demonstrate independence in learning by being self directed and motivated to complete your assignments within the allocated time scales. Students will have the opportunity to discuss the assessment requirements with the relevant module leaders.
Study Abroad
Recommended Reading
Sample Course Materials
Fees
- Full-time EU: £7,500
- Part-time EU: £3,750 per year
- Full-time Non EU: £14,300
- Part-time Non EU: £7,150 per year
Funding
For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.
Placements
Career Prospects
The course will give you greater opportunities to deliver diverse services within general practice. The range of services can be tailored to your individual practice needs due to the wide selection of modules that can be taken as part of your CPD.
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About the School and Department
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For further information
Call: Programme Director Marie C. Hill
on +44 (0)20 7040 5803
Email: m.hill-1@city.ac.uk
or
+44 (0)20 7040 5828
healthpostgrad@city.ac.uk