health & social care - university of hull postgraduate study guide 2009

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Postgraduate study

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION TO THE FACULTY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE 2

TAUGHT PROGRAMMES 3Ageing and Diversity (E-Learning) – MScAnaesthesia Care – PGDipColonoscopy – MScHealth Professional Studies (Generic Pathway) – MScHealth Professional Studies (Leadership Pathway) – MScPractice Teacher – PGCertProfessional Development Qualification Scheme – Level 7Spirituality Studies – MA

RESEARCH DEGREES 13Doctor of Nursing ScienceDoctor of PhilosophyMaster of PhilosophyMaster of Research

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4 Health and social care www.hull.ac.uk/fhsc

The Faculty ofHealth and Social

Care (FHSC) delivershigh-qualityeducational

opportunities atvarious academic

levels.

The diversity of postgraduate courses outlined in thispamphlet reflects the range of specialist knowledgeand experience possessed by FHSC staff members.This wealth of expertise allows us to offer evidence-based and innovative courses that will help youdevelop your own skills, knowledge and career.

The FHSC is made up of three departments: HealthProfessional Studies, Nursing and Midwifery, andCommunity Health and Social Care. As shown in thetable below, each department has responsibility fordeveloping and managing a number of postgraduateprogrammes and pathways within the HealthProfessional Studies Framework.There is cross-departmental cooperation and collaboration withinthe faculty, ensuring that delivery teams comprisethose staff with the most relevant knowledge andspecialist skills.

Recent developments include the Centre forSpirituality Studies, which is dedicated to enhancingresearch and the teaching of issues related tospirituality; the Centre for Clinical Skills, whichprovides clinical skills training to members of thehealth and social care community; and the Institute ofWound Care, a multidisciplinary centre whichprovides education and training to members of thehealth and social care community.

Postgraduate students within the FHSC have accessto a host of University facilities and services. Oncampus, the Brynmor Jones Library offers all thepaper and electronic resources that you wouldexpect from a modern university library.Teachingrooms and lecture theatres within the University areequipped with a range of audiovisual equipment toenhance your learning environment. For thosepostgraduate courses with a practical element, theFHSC also possesses a number of classroomsdedicated to clinical skills training and patientsimulation.

Registration with the FHSC gives you access to arange of online services.You will be supplied with aUniversity email account, and have full-text access tomany health, social care and scientific journals.TheFHSC also uses a virtual learning environment (VLE)to provide online access to course content,announcements and discussion boards.This VLEallows many postgraduate courses to be deliveredeither partly or wholly as distance learning or e-learning.

THE FACULTY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Department of HealthProfessional Studies

Professional DevelopmentQualification Scheme

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Generic)

Postgraduate CertificatePractice Teaching

Postgraduate DiplomaAnaesthesia Care

MSc Health ProfessionalStudies (Generic)

MSc Health ProfessionalStudies (Leadership)

MSc Ageing and Diversity(New programme)

MSc Colonoscopy (New programme)

Department ofNursing and Midwifery

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Critical Care)

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Tissue Viability)

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Oncology)

Professional Doctorate(New programme)

Department ofCommunity Healthand Social Care

Graduate Diploma /Postgraduate CertificateCommunity Nursing

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Systemic Practice)

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Child)

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Mental Health)

Graduate Diploma HealthProfessional Studies(Autonomous Practice)

TAUGHT PROGRAMMES

Ageing and Diversity (E-Learning) – MSc

Anaesthesia Care – PGDip

Colonoscopy – MSc

Health Professional Studies (Generic Pathway) – MSc

Health Professional Studies (Leadership Pathway) – MSc

Practice Teacher – PGCert

Professional Development Qualification Scheme – Level 7

Spirituality Studies – MA


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Duration: Normally 3years part-time (with anoption to complete in 2

years by negotiation withthe programme leader).

Attendance: Normallythe equivalent of at least

one day per week workingonline.This can be at a

time and on a day (or splitbetween two or more

days) of your choice.

Entry requirements:Students will normally be

expected to have anHonours degree or

equivalent. Otherqualifications, together

with work experience, mayalso be acceptable.Asynchronous online

chatroom interview will beconducted with each

applicant before they areadmitted to the

programme.

Fees: Most applicantsfrom the local area will beeligible for funding via the

Faculty of Health andSocial Care's contract with

the strategic healthauthority.There are

opportunities for self-funding - further

information will beprovided on application.

Location: E-learning(distance learning online).We will fully support you

in using the computersystems involved.

Contact: Julie SantyProgramme Leader

01482 [email protected]

Sarah CammProgramme Secretary


Ageing and Diversity (E-Learning)MSc (Master of Science)


ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThis exciting new international online programmerecognises the diversity of the ageing experience andthe agency of older people. It values the contributionthat older people make to society and their immensepotential. It stresses the importance of successfulintergenerational relationships in the provision ofeffective, high-quality services and support to olderpeople across the globe. It also focuses on the olderperson’s cultural and spiritual needs alongside theirphysical and psychosocial ones.

If individual circumstances dictate, students can stepoff the programme with either a PostgraduateCertificate or a Postgraduate Diploma.

PROGRAMME CONTENTThe teaching team adopt a flexible approach that isled by the students’ own learning needs and learningstyles, fostering a strongly collaborative,interdisciplinary and interagency approach to theprovision of support and services to older peoplewithin society.The programme is open to all thosewho work with older people and can lead to theirinfluencing individual, local, national and global policyto transform the experience of older people.

CORE MODULESUnless otherwise indicated, all modules are worth 20credits.

• Policy and Older People • Diversity in Later Life • The Experience of Ageing• Philosophical and Ethical Issues in Ageing • Assessing Need and Intervention with Older

People• Health and Social Care Research Methods• Dissertation (60 credits)

OPTIONAL MODULES No optional modules are available for thisprogramme.

ASSESSMENTEach module is assessed individually.We use a varietyof assessment strategies that are designed to enablestudents to demonstrate their learning and link it totheir work with older people and with the onlineactivities undertaken. In the final dissertation, studentsare expected to produce a larger piece of writing -under supervision – that relates directly to theirwork with older people.

SPECIAL FEATURESAcross the faculty, programmes and modules aredeveloped to meet local as well as national demandsand policy changes.This programme is also specificallydesigned to meet the needs of students who workwith older people within the internationalcommunity.The quality of learning opportunities wasassessed as commendable by the QAA at the lastMajor Review of the faculty.

Anaesthesia CarePGDip (Postgraduate Diploma)

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Duration: Full-time 2years (work-based).

Attendance: Contact theProgramme Leader.

Entry requirements:Applicants who are

registered health carepractitioners (e.g. nursesor operating department

practitioners) should haveone or both of the

following: (a) at least threeyears’ full-time post-

qualifying work experiencein a relevant area and

evidence of recent (withinthe last three years)successful academic

activity; (b) a first degreein a health-related subject.

New entrants to healthcare (graduates or

equivalent) should have abiomedical or biologicalscience background and

preferably a second classHonours degree or better

(or other evidence ofrecent and successful

academic activity), withdemonstrable commitmentto a career in health care.

Fees: All tuition fees arepaid by the strategic health

authority, and an annualbursary will be provided.

Location: This is a work-based programme and willbe delivered on site at the

appropriate hospital.

Contact: Liz SmithProgramme Leader


Pat Moody01482 464662

[email protected]

ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEDeveloped as part of the NHS Changing WorkforceProgramme and recognised by the Royal College ofAnaesthetists, this Postgraduate Diploma presents anexciting career development opportunity. As a newmember of the anaesthesia team you will work witha consultant anaesthesiologist to provide anaesthesiasafely and effectively for patients undergoing a widevariety of surgical procedures. On qualifying, traineeswill form part of a national programme to evaluatethe effectiveness of anaesthesia practitioners inEngland.

The programme is aimed at professionals alreadyworking in the NHS who are looking for a newchallenge. Graduates with biomedical or biologicalscience backgrounds who have not consideredworking in a clinical environment would also benefitfrom new career opportunities afforded by thisqualification. Eligible candidates can progress toachieve a Masters degree in anaesthesia practice.

PROGRAMME CONTENTThe themes of the programme relate to thedevelopment of cognitive, affective and psychomotorskills along with clinical competencies required ofqualified anaesthesia practitioners.You will study theanatomy and physiology of a number of bodilysystems – including the respiratory, cardiovascularendocrine and nervous systems – and apply this toanaesthesia practice.You will learn how to take a fullanaesthetic history from patients and how to safelymanage the preparation and maintenance of patientsundergoing anaesthesia. including monitoring theenvironment and associated anaesthetic equipment.Risk assessment, clinical decision making and problemsolving are skills that will be developed.You will havethe opportunity to work in an interprofessionalenvironment while experiencing a number ofspecialist clinical rotations and being supported by aclinical supervisor in simulated and real clinicalsituations.

CORE MODULESAll modules are worth 20 credits.

• Anatomy and Physiology of the RespiratorySystem Applied to Anaesthesia

• Anatomy and Physiology of the CardiovascularSystem Applied to Anaesthesia

• Anaesthesia Practice 1 (work-based clinicalplacement module)

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Kidneys, Liver,Endocrine System and Blood applied toAnaesthesia

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Brain and theNervous System Applied to Anaesthesia

• Anaesthesia Practice 2 (work-based clinicalplacement module)

FURTHER MODULE INFORMATIONA combination of face-to-face learning and use ofthe virtual learning environment will be involved, soapplicants must have access to the internet(preferably with a broadband connection).

ASSESSMENTA variety of assessment methods are used, includingcase studies, essays, portfolios and observedstructured clinical examinations.

SPECIAL FEATURESThis prestigious programme is recognised by theRoyal College of Anaesthetists and is one of onlythree in the country. Currently it is part of a nationalprogramme to evaluate the effectiveness ofanaesthesia practice in England. Effective partnershipworking is a feature of this programme, and thereare strong links between the faculty and the NHStrusts that provide placements and clinicalsupervisors for students.

RESEARCH AREASCurrent active research themes in the departmentare health and illness, professional practice, and policyand context.There may be opportunities forcollaboration in research with other faculties anddepartments.



ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThe programme provides an MSc framework tofacilitate study within colonoscopy.The pathwaycomprises 60 discipline-specific credits, with theremainder shared across clinically related pathways.Students from a variety of backgrounds arewelcomed to embrace the sharing of knowledge andexpertise within an inter-professional framework.Theprogramme provides appropriately qualified andexperienced students with the opportunity todevelop their knowledge, skills and attitudes and toexplore and critically evaluate the theoretical andpractical aspects of colonoscopy.

The programme is offered either full- or part-timeand adopts a blended approach, with the majoritybeing delivered online and supplemented by studydays.This provides greater opportunities for studentsto access the programme from remote locations andavoid many of the challenges facing the NHS inrelation to releasing individuals for study.

PROGRAMME CONTENTThe pathway contains specific modules of studywhich provide students with the necessary extendedknowledge, skills and attitudes to practise effectively,safely and competently within colonoscopy practice.Students undertake studies in clinical research,advanced critical thinking and the provision ofeducation within clinical practice.

Students extend their current skills base to includespecialised skills within colonoscopy – extendingcognitive, affective and psychomotor skills in relationto colonoscopy in the context of research, education,critical awareness and reflection.The programmeprovides the opportunity for individuals to engagewith principles of inter-professional learning andworking and with emerging new roles in the NHS.

CORE MODULES• Research in the Clinical Sciences• Advanced Critical Thinking• The Practice of Colonoscopy• Theoretical Principles of Colonoscopy• Education within the Clinical Environment• Dissertation

ASSESSMENTA varied approach to assessment is utilised todetermine achievement of learning outcomes.Thisincludes assignments, case studies, reflective journalkeeping, literature review and written examination.

SPECIAL FEATURESThe programme has strong links with the local acuteNHS trust and is facilitated in partnership with thelocal JAG-accredited endoscopy training centre.Thedepartment has significant experience in the deliveryof endoscopic provision, undergraduate endoscopicprogrammes having been available for the last 12years. Individuals can select certain modules on astand-alone basis as part of continuing professionaldevelopment.

RESEARCH AREASThere are a number of research projects under wayin collaboration with the NHS partner, with furtheropportunities existing to extend the research base.

ADMISSIONSApplicants for the Colonoscopy pathway must beeligible for registration with the Joint AccreditationGroup for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (JAG) andhave access to relevant hands-on training orexperience with suitably qualified supervisors/trainerswithin a relevant health care centre which canprovide training at the applicant’s base institution.Applicants are also required to provide evidence offull health clearance and an up-to-date CriminalRecords Bureau check (within the six months leadingup to commencement of the programme).

Students must also provide evidence of an up-to-date occupational health questionnaire to allow themaccess to hands-on practical training.

ColonoscopyMSc (Master of Science)

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Duration: Full-time 1year; part-time 2 years.

Attendance: Each theorymodule is delivered online

with optional attendanceat a two-day workshop;

hands-on practice isfacilitated via three

separate visits over theacademic year.

Entry requirements:Good Honours degree or

equivalent in a relevantsubject, or appropriate

experience in aprofessional environment.

For other requirements,see the text under

‘Admissions’.

Fees: Approximately £540per 20 credits.

Location: Hull Campus.

Contact: Anji Gardiner01482 463462

[email protected]

Pat Moody01482 464662

[email protected]

ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThe Generic MSc pathway is designed to meet theneeds of a range of health and social careprofessionals who are already practising at anadvanced level or aspire to do so.The modules aimto provide the student with a toolkit of knowledgeand critical thinking skills to support advancedpractice and enhance patient/client care. Practitionerswho successfully complete this programme candemonstrate to their employers that they areknowledgeable and capable practitioners, able tocontribute to the development of evidence-basedpractice.

If individual circumstances dictate, it is possible forstudents to step off the programme with either aPostgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma.

PROGRAMME CONTENTThis programme’s generic nature means that it issuitable for a range of different health and social carepractitioners, the modules studied being equallyapplicable in a range of different care or worksettings.The content covers a range of differenttopics and knowledge bases relevant tocontemporary practice. It is expected that (withsupport from tutorial staff) students will identifyareas of interest pertinent to their area of practiceand apply the module content.


• Advanced Health and Social Research• Advanced Critical Thinking Skills• Dissertation (60 Credits)

OPTIONAL MODULES • Work-Based Learning• Practitioner as Leader• Politics, Practice and Policy • Clinical Effectiveness• Leading Online Working• Women and Mental Health• Leadership: Self as Leader• Leadership in Context: Developing Strategic

Influence• Leading Service Development:The Challenge of

Change• Practice Teaching in Context• Effective Practice Teaching

FURTHER MODULE INFORMATIONApplicants are taken through programme planning bythe Pathway Leader before selecting their optionalmodules.This reduces the possibility of timetableclashes and ensures that students understand anyspecific module requirements.

ASSESSMENTMost modules are assessed by written assignmentssuch as literature reviews, learning contracts, essaysand portfolios. Some modules require practicalassessments.

SPECIAL FEATURESThe department has developed strong partnershipworking with local NHS, third-sector and privateproviders. Programmes and modules are developedto meet local as well as national demands and policychanges. At the last major review of the faculty, theQuality Assurance Agency (QAA) assessed thequality of learning opportunities as commendable.

RESEARCH AREASCurrent active research themes in the departmentare spirituality, maternal and child health, wound careand education. Opportunities for researchcollaboration with other faculties and departmentsare possible.


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Duration: Part-time 2 years.

Attendance: One dayper week.

Entry requirements:Normally a good first

degree (i.e. 2.1 or above).However, the programme

may be accessed byprofessionals who have

post-qualifying experienceand certified learning

equivalent to graduatestatus, and who can

demonstrate the ability tostudy at Level 7 (Masters).


Faculty of Health andSocial Care’s contract with


opportunities for self-funding – further



Contact: Liz SmithPathway Leader


Ros GlanvilleProgramme Secretary


Health Professional Studies (Generic)MSc (Master of Science)

ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThis programme is primarily designed for nurses whowould like to take on the role of assessing students’fitness for practice as a specialist community publichealth nurse, specialist practitioner or advancednurse practitioner. By completion, practitioners willbe facilitating and assessing learning in academic andpractice settings at an advanced level.This presentsopportunities for those interested in the pedagogy ofprofessional practice who wish to develop theircareers as educators.This Postgraduate Certificatecan be the first step towards a Postgraduate Diplomaor an MSc in Health Professional Studies.

PROGRAMME CONTENTThere is a combination of University-based andwork-based learning activity.The two theory modulesare based around four themed study days coveringthe context of practice; establishing effective workingrelationships; evidence-based practice; leadership;creating an environment for learning; facilitation oflearning; assessment and accountability; andevaluation of learning.The learning methods usedinclude workshops, discussions, group work and leadlectures.You are expected to take an active part inyour learning. A virtual learning environment isextensively used to support learning and teachingactivities.The work-based module involves beingplaced with an experienced practice teacher whofacilitates your access to an appropriate student, andwho is responsible for supervising your progress and‘signing off ’ your achievement of the learningoutcomes.Working in an inter-professional learningenvironment and supporting other mentors in theirroles are important features of the programme.

CORE MODULES• Practice Teaching in Context (theory)• Effective Practice Teaching (theory)• Specialist Practice Teaching (practice/work-based)

OPTIONAL MODULESThere are no optional modules for this stage of theprogramme. Should applicants wish to register forthe Postgraduate Diploma or MSc programme,planning with the programme leader will help themto identify the best options to choose.

FURTHER MODULE INFORMATIONFor the Specialist Practice Teaching module,applicants must be supervised by a qualified andexperienced practice teacher. Availability of thispractice teacher will be confirmed before theprogramme starts.

ASSESSMENTA number of different assessment strategies areused, including a written strategy, participation ingroup presentations, self- and peer review andcompletion of a portfolio to demonstrateachievement of learning outcomes in practice.

SPECIAL FEATURESThis programme is approved by the NMC, and onsuccessful completion practitioners can gain entry tothe live practice teacher register held in the Facultyof Health and Social Care. Key components of theNHS Knowledge and Skills Framework areembedded in the programme, enabling successfulstudents to demonstrate that they meet milestonesfor pay progression.The programme also meets therequirements for Level 3 mentor preparationidentified by the Association of OperatingDepartment Practitioners.

RESEARCH AREASActive research themes in the department arespirituality, maternal and child health, wound care andeducation. Opportunities for research collaborationwith other faculties and departments are possible.

ENTRY CRITERIAYou should have a current entry on the same part orsub-part of the Nursing and Midwifery Councilregister as the students that you will be assessing.Youshould have developed your knowledge, skills andcompetence beyond registration and gained aspecialist practitioner qualification relevant to yourfield of practice: specialist community public healthnursing or community nursing in the home (districtnursing), for example.You shoud have priorexperience as a mentor/assessor, having previouslyundertaken preparation for this role. Evidence ofrecent academic study (normally within the last fiveyears) is also required.

Enquiries about this programme from practitioners inother practice-based and clinical programmes such asmedicine, ODP, pharmacy and sport science andrehabilitation are encouraged.

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Duration: Part-time 1 year.

Attendance & location:At least 30 days’ protected

learning time must bespent in both academic

and practice settings.Eleven days will be spent

at the University.Attendance days to be

advised.

Entry requirements:Current NMC registration

and a specialistpractitioner qualification,

plus prior experience as amentor/assessor and

evidence of recentacademic study. See thetext for further details.

Fees: Most localapplicants will be eligible

for funding via the Facultyof Health and Social Care’scontract with the strategic

health authority. Self-funding is possible –

further information will beprovided on application.

Contact: Zoe Wilkes01482 463618

[email protected]

Sarah CammProgramme Secretary



Practice TeacherPG Cert (Postgraduate Certificate)

The aim of the Professional DevelopmentQualification Scheme (PDQS) is to give you anopportunity to study a ‘stand-alone’ module at Level7 on a specific area of interest without having tocommit to a full programme of study. Onceregistered on the programme, which lasts for oneacademic year, you can access up to three modules.Some students also use the scheme to find outwhether they can study successfully at Level 7 beforeembarking on a full postgraduate programme.Thefaculty offers modules in Semesters 1 and 2, andapplicants can select one or more modules fromthose listed in the table.

Modules successfully completed as part of the PDQScan at a later date be counted as prior certificatedlearning towards the achievement of another awardsuch as a Postgraduate Certificate, PostgraduateDiploma or MSc qualification.The requirements ofthe University’s Accreditation of Prior Learningscheme must be met in order to progress to ahigher award, as students must be able to fulfil theentry criteria for that programme.

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Contact: Furtherinformation:Pat Moody

Postqualifying Coordinator01482 464662

[email protected]

Application forms:Nursing Admissions

01482 46674001482 46677001482 466778

Professional Development QualificationSchemeLevel 7


SEMESTER 1Module title Module noAdvanced Critical Thinking Skills 47720Advanced Neonatal Practice 47163Developing a Professional Experiential

Portfolio 47123Diversity in Later Life(E-Learning) 47415The Experience of Ageing (E-Learning) 47416Leadership: Self as Leader 47124Leading Online Working 47410Leading Service Development:The Challenge of Change 48004Neonatal Physiology 47164Philosophical and Ethical Issues in Ageing

(E-Learning) 47417Policy and Older People (E-Learning) 47414The Practice of Colonoscopy 47432Practice Teaching in Context 47716Practitioner as Leader 47787Research within the Clinical Sciences 47789

SEMESTER 2Module title Module noAdvanced Health and Social Research 47728Advanced Health and Social Research

(E-Learning) 47419Assessing Need and Intervention with Older People (E Learning) 47418Clinical Effectiveness 47722Coloproctology and the Pelvic Floor 47788Developing a Professional Experiential

Portfolio 47940Education within the Clinical Environment 47805Effective Health Care 47429Effective Practice Teaching 47717Examination of the Newborn 47165Leadership in Context: Developing Strategic Influence 47126Leading Online Working 47422Politics, Policy and Practice 47275Resuscitation of the Newborn 47166Theoretical Principles of Colonoscopy 47421Women and Mental Health 48803Work-Based Learning (Leadership) 48005Work-Based Learning Contract 92489

ABOUT THE PROGRAMMESpirituality studies is a rapidly growing field.TheUniversity of Hull has established a distinctive identityin this field through its Centre for Spirituality Studies,focusing on the interdisciplinary complexity ofspirituality and the development of correspondinggeneric methodologies and theories.

The programme is offered in the Department ofHumanities but is designed to meet the needs ofpractitioners in the areas of health, education andsocial work who wish to extend their knowledge andunderstanding of spirituality.The degree developsskills in recognising spiritual needs in the context ofsuch professional services. Staff from Nursing,Education and Social Work contribute to theteaching of the programme.

The degree can be studied either full-time over oneyear or part-time over two.The part-time routeenables students to combine their studies with theirnormal employment.

Students can obtain a 60-credit Advanced Certificate,a 120-credit Advanced Diploma or a 180-credit MAin Spirituality Studies.

PROGRAMME CONTENTStudents learn the concepts and methodologiesnecessary to study different spiritualities.The multi-faceted nature of spirituality means that it must bestudied from a range of perspectives, includingsociology, psychology, anthropology, philosophy,hermeneutics and theology.

You will study research literature, policydocumentation and guidelines on spirituality mostrelevant to your own specialist area.You will beintroduced to contemporary debates concerningspirituality and the emerging research agendas ineducational studies, nursing and social work.Meanwhile you will also develop research andpresentational skills.

Students wishing to obtain a Masters degree mustcomplete, under supervision, a 15,000-worddissertation worth 60 credits.

CORE MODULES• Theorising Spirituality• Researching Spirituality• Research Seminar in Spirituality• Dissertation

OPTIONAL MODULES• Spirituality in Health Care• Spiritual Assessment in Health Care Practice• Spirituality in Social Work• Spirituality in Education • Indian Philosophy• Buddhist Ethics• Loss, Bereavement and Palliative Care• Interpreting Religious Practice• Research Methods• Empirical Studies in Educational Research• Developing Professional and Interpersonal Skills• Christian Leadership in Education• School Chaplaincy in Action• Applied Christian Ethics• Introduction to Research Methods and Project

Planning• Advanced Health and Social Research• The Nature of School Chaplaincy

ASSESSMENTCandidates are assessed by means of courseworkassignments, seminar presentations and a dissertation.Coursework is assessed during the semester inwhich the module is delivered.

SPECIAL FEATURES• Learn about spirituality in an interdisciplinary

context.• Learn about spirituality within the Every Child

Matters framework, and about holistic frameworkssuch as SEAL (Social and Emotional Aspects ofLearning).

• Apply the concepts of spirituality to the corethemes, issues, values and skills pertaining to socialwork.

• In the areas of nursing and health care, learn aboutthe ethics and practices of undertaking spiritualassessments of patients’ and clients’ needs.

RESEARCH AREASThe programme is staffed by experts in social work,educational studies, nursing, theology and philosophyof religion.

Spirituality StudiesMA (Master of Arts)

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Duration: Full-time 1year; part-time 2 years.

Attendance: Probablyone day a week. Contact

us for up-to-dateinformation.

Entry requirements: Agood Honours degree or

equivalent in a relevantsubject or appropriate

experience in aprofessional environment.

Fees: Seewww.hull.ac.uk/admissions.


Contact: Paul Dearey01482 465841

[email protected]

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RESEARCH DEGREES

Doctor of Nursing Science

Doctor of Philosophy

Master of Philosophy

Master of Research


Doctor of Nursing Science(DNSci)


ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThis programme is designed for senior nurses inclinical practice or education who wish to study atdoctoral level and who wish to learn to use researchas a means of developing practice.The DNSci isequivalent to a PhD but is more structured andoffers more support. Students complete modules inthe first two years which contribute directly to thethesis undertaken in Years 3, 4 and 5.

PROGRAMME CONTENT180 credits need to be completed over the first twoyears.The thesis (Years 3, 4 and 5) is equivalent to360 credits. Unless otherwise stated, the modules inYears 1 and 2 are valued at 20 credits.

CORE MODULESYear 1• Philosophies and Nursing Knowledge• Practice-Based Module (40 credits)

Year 2• Research Ethics in Nursing• Research Proposal

OPTIONAL MODULESYear 1• Collecting Data from Human Participants• Qualitative Data Analysis• Reading Module 1

Year 2• Quantitative Data Analysis• Reading Module 2• International Models of Health Care Provision

INDEPENDENT RESEARCHIndependent research is conducted in Years 3, 4 and 5.The thesis should be 40,000 words in length.

ASSESSMENTThe modules in Years 1 and 2 are assessed by avariety of means, but usually by presentation at aconference or by publication in a professional journal.All assessments contribute directly to the productionof the independent research and the thesis.

The thesis is assessed in the same way as a PhDthesis and to the same standard.

SPECIAL FEATURESThis is a programme designed for practitioners ofnursing who wish to study at the highest academiclevel.The programme is cohort-based, meaning thatstudents are able to share their programmeexperience with fellow students.The wholeprogramme is orientated towards the successfulcompletion of the independent research and thethesis.

The programme is structured to enable nursesresident in countries outside the UK to register.Attendance in the UK is required only for the threeone-week semester schools per calendar year.

RESEARCH AREASThe programme can support students wishing toresearch in any one of the core components of thenursing profession, including adult, child, mental healthand learning disability nursing. Midwives, communitynurses and health visitors are welcome to apply.

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Duration: Part-time 5years.

Attendance: One week-long ‘semester school’

once in each of the threesemesters, plus tutorials.

Entry requirements:Masters degree in nursingor a relevant subject area.


Contact: Dr Jeremy JolleyThe University of Hull


ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThis programme is for nurses, midwives andmembers of related professions who wish toundertake a complex and original independentresearch project under the guidance of anexperienced academic supervisor. It is aimed atprofessionals who wish to develop advancedresearch skills with the aim of being independentresearchers. As such, it is suitable for practitionerswhose role involves a significant element of research(such as nurse consultants), or for those who wish todevelop a career in higher education.Theprogramme is available by full- or part-time study.The programme involves a significant element ofresearch training, leading to a PostgraduateCertificate or Diploma in research.

COURSE CONTENTYou will undertake an extended independentinvestigation under the guidance of an academicsupervisor. A PhD is the ultimate form of student-centred learning. Although you meet regularly withyour supervisor and other postgraduate researchstudents in the faculty and the Graduate School, youalso need the ability and motivation to workindependently.The precise scope of your investigationis negotiated with your supervisor as part of theapplication process. During the programme youlearn research methods, project management skills,skills of independent working, and advanced writingand presentation techniques.You also develop anadvanced theoretical knowledge of your subject area.As part of the programme, you select from a rangeof modules provided by the University as part of the PGTS.

ASSESSMENTAt the end of the programme you produce a thesisof up to 100,000 words which describes yourresearch in detail.You then have a formal oralexamination consisting of questions about yourresearch, put to you by two examiners who areexperts in your field.

HOW TO APPLYIf you are interested in registering for a PhD, pleasecontact Dr Julie Jomeen at [email protected] be asked to complete a simple application formand also write an outline research proposalexplaining what you hope to investigate and themethods you intend to use.

RESEARCH AREASThe main research areas of the Faculty of Health andSocial Care are

• spirituality• maternal and child health• wound care• education

We particularly welcome applications in these areasbut are very happy to discuss any potential project.


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Duration: Full-time 3years; part-time 4 years.

Attendance: Regularattendance for supervision

meetings is required, andto complete the

requirements of thePostgraduate Training

Scheme (PGTS).

Entry requirements: Agood Honours degree in

nursing, midwifery or arelevant discipline, and

appropriate experience ina professional

environment. Internationalstudents are required to

have an IELTS score of 6.0.


Contact: Dr Julie JomeenDirector of PG Studies

Faculty of Health andSocial Care, University

of Hull, HU6 7RX01482 464618

[email protected]

Doctor of Philosophy(PhD)

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Attendance: Regularattendance for supervision

meetings is required, andto complete the

requirements of thePostgraduate Training

Scheme (PGTS).








Faculty of Health andSocial Care, University

of Hull, HU6 7RX01482 464618

[email protected]

Master of Philosophy(MPhil)


ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThis programme is for nurses, midwives andmembers of related professions who wish toundertake a complex research project under theguidance of an experienced academic supervisor. It isaimed at professionals who wish to develop theirresearch skills to a high level and apply them in thecontext of their work. As such, it is suitable forpractitioners whose role involves a significantelement of research (such as nurse consultants andclinical specialists), or for those who wish to developa career in higher education.The programme isavailable by full- or part-time study.The programmeinvolves a significant element of research training,leading to a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma inresearch.

PROGRAMME CONTENTYou undertake an extended investigation under theguidance of an academic supervisor.The MPhil is aresearch degree containing a significant element ofstudent-directed learning. Although you meetregularly with your supervisor and otherpostgraduate research students in the faculty and theGraduate School, you also need the ability andmotivation to work independently.The precise scopeof your investigation is negotiated with yoursupervisor as part of the application process. Duringthe programme you learn research methods, projectmanagement skills, skills of independent working, andadvanced writing and presentation techniques.Youalso develop your theoretical knowledge of yoursubject area. As part of the programme, you selectfrom a range of modules provided by the Universityas part of the PGTS.

ASSESSMENTAt the end of your programme of study youproduce a thesis of up to 70,000 words whichdescribes your research in detail.You then have aformal oral examination at which you will answerquestions about your research, put to you by twoexaminers who are experts in your field.

HOW TO APPLYIf you are interested in registering for an MPhil,please contact Dr Julie Jomeen [email protected] will be asked to complete asimple application form and write an outline researchproposal explaining what you hope to investigate andthe methods you intend to use.




Master of Research(MRes)

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Attendance: 60 creditsare obtained through

successful completion oftaught modules.You willneed to attend regularly

for academic supervision.








Faculty of Health andSocial Care, University of

Hull, HU6 7RX01482 464618

[email protected]

ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThis programme is for nurses, midwives andmembers of related professions who wish to learnmore about research in an innovative, tailor-madecourse combining taught and independent elements.You undertake 60 taught credits, all of which are partof the Postgraduate Training Scheme. In addition, yousubmit a dissertation to the value of 120 credits. Ifyou wish, you may use the MRes as a basis for aPhD.This programme is ideal for those who have aclear interest in research but do not yet wish tocommit themselves to a full PhD. It is suitable forpractitioners whose role involves a significantelement of research (such as nurse consultants orclinical specialists, or those aspiring to these roles), orthose who wish to develop a career in highereducation. The programme is available by full- orpart-time study.

PROGRAMME CONTENTYou undertake modules to the value of 60 credits inresearch methods, including qualitative and qualitativeapproaches.The modules are selected from thoseavailable with the advice of your supervisor and theDirector of Postgraduate Studies.You also submit adissertation of 25,000–30,000 words on a researchtopic negotiated with your supervisor at the time ofyour application.The dissertation should contain anintroduction, literature review, research questions anddiscussion of methodological issues, and is weightedat 120 credits. During the programme you learnabout different research methods, projectmanagement skills, skills of independent working, andskills in writing and presentation.You also developyour theoretical knowledge of your subject area.

ASSESSMENTTaught modules are assessed individually.You alsoproduce a dissertation of 25,000–30,000 words,which is examined by two examiners who areexperts in your field.

HOW TO APPLYIf you are interested in registering for an MRes,please contact Dr Julie Jomeen [email protected] will be asked to complete asimple application form and also write an outlineresearch proposal explaining what you hope toinvestigate and the methods you intend to use.





POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH

Interdisciplinary and collaborative work: new and emerging researchgroupings

Spirituality research

Maternal and child health

Wound care

Cochrane reviews

Disability, equality and diversity

Education

Measurement tools

The history of nursing


The Faculty ofHealth and Social

Care (FHSC) at theUniversity of Hull has

a vibrant andproductive research

environment, in astructure similar to

other nursing andmidwifery faculties

across the UK.A coreof research-active

staff undertake high-quality research,

resulting in outputsof national and

internationalstanding and

influence.

The FHSC has a research infrastructure which drawsupon all the resources available in the widerUniversity and beyond. Postgraduate researchstudents benefit from the facilities of the GraduateSchool and are required to undertake modulesforming part of the PostgraduateTraining Scheme.This sits alongside faculty-based opportunitiesoffering postgraduate students the opportunity toattend at least one research-focused event per week.Statistical support and advice is available to studentsrequiring it. Our researchers have recently movedinto newly refurbished accommodation withexcellent facilities for seminars and modern ITprovision.

The faculty strives to foster internationallycompetitive research, promote interdisciplinary workand maintain a culture of scholarship. As highlightedfor postgraduate teaching, there is cross-departmental cooperation and collaborationalongside a strong focus on interdisciplinary researchand the provision of training.We collaborate onresearch-related activities with a range of facultiesand departments, including the Hull York MedicalSchool, the Postgraduate Medical Institute, theInstitute for Learning, the Institute for Applied Ethics,and the Departments of Sport, Health and ExerciseScience, Chemistry, Social Work, Psychology,Education and Theology.There are also establishedlinks with the Hull and East Yorkshire NHS Trust andthe North Lincolnshire and Goole NHS FoundationTrust.

Research within the faculty is methodologically broadand can therefore support students interested inquantitative, qualitative and mixed/multi-methodresearch. Research output is generated under threemain scholarly headings:

• health and illness• policy and context• professional practice

Interdisciplinary and collaborative work: newand emerging research groupingsThe appointment of new staff to the faculty and theestablishment of new academic units within theUniversity have created fresh opportunities forcollaborative and interdisciplinary working.Postgraduate students are able to take full advantageof these emerging research groups as well as ourexisting strengths in research.

Spirituality researchThe FHSC has led the development of theUniversity’s Interdisciplinary Spirituality Group (ISG).The ISG’s membership is drawn from Nursing,Theology, Social Work and Education (among others)and is active in researching contemporary spiritualityin a health care setting.The faculty has beeninstrumental in establishing a formal Centre forSpirituality Studies within the University. Informationabout the centre can be found at www.hull.ac.uk/css.Contact: Dr Wilf McSherry ([email protected])or Revd Dr Peter Draper ([email protected])

Maternal and child healthThe faculty’s collaborative research with theDepartment of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciencefocuses on the impact of physical activityopportunities at school on outcomes for pupils.Contact: Barbara Elliott ([email protected])

Active research and numerous outputs in the field offamily-centred care research have resulted in a stronginternational reputation in this area. Infant feeding isalso a strong research area. Epidemiology, health indeveloping countries and perioperative nursing arealso the focus of active research projects.Contact: Professor Linda Shields([email protected])



Within the field of maternal health, current researchexpertise focuses on psychological aspects ofpregnancy and childbirth; evaluation of the impact ofcurrent health care policy on service delivery; andtechnology in health care. Collaborative nationalresearch within this area is ongoing.Contact: Dr Julie Jomeen ([email protected])

Wound careThe recent launch of the Wound Care Institute, acollaboration between the University, local NHStrusts and Smith & Nephew, is enhancing a newresearch (and teaching) sub-theme within the FHSC.The emphasis has been on developing a centre ofexcellence for wound-healing research by building onthe established areas of clinical excellence withinlocal nursing and medical communities.The aim ofthe institute is to impact directly on the quality ofcare provided for patients across Hull and EastYorkshire.Contact: Julie Santy ([email protected])

Cochrane reviewsCochrane reviews are of considerable importance inleading health care practice. Some of our staff haveexpertise in the preparation and undertaking ofCochrane reviews, and training in the methodologyof Cochrane reviewing is available. Reviewsundertaken or in progress include the effectivenessof communication; education of health professionalsin the care of older people; nasogastric tubes ininfants; and children’s involvement in decision making.Contact: Professor Linda Shields ([email protected])

Disability, equality and diversityA number of interdisciplinary collaborative projects,principally concerned with disability, are ongoingwithin the faculty. Many of these are national projectsattracting funding from organisations such as theDisability Rights Commission and are undertaken incollaboration with disabled people and theirrepresentative organisations.Contact: Jane Wray ([email protected])

EducationSeveral staff have interests and expertise in the fieldof educational research within health care, includingwork in the area of continuing professionaldevelopment, the experiences of student nurses, andinter-professionalism.There is particular expertise inthe use and integration of complementary therapiesinto education and practice.Contact: Dr Dolores Bahn ([email protected]), DrPatricia Pearcey ([email protected]) or Dr MaryLaurenson ([email protected])

Measurement toolsAn emerging activity in the FHSC is the developmentand evaluation of measurement tools for research.This includes significant expertise in the use ofpsychometric measures in pregnancy; thedevelopment of a scale for use with studies inspirituality; and the development of a series ofquestionnaires used to examine perceptions offamily-centred care and needs of parents ofhospitalised children.Contact: Dr Julie Jomeen ([email protected]), DrWilf McSherry ([email protected]) or ProfessorLinda Shields ([email protected])

The history of nursingThere is expertise within the department on thehistory of nursing, and a national collaborativeproject is currently under development to explorethe changing nature of paediatric nursing. ProfessorLinda Shields sits on the Advisory Board of the UKCentre for Nursing History (RCN and ManchesterUniversity) and conducts research into the role ofnurses and midwives in the Third Reich.Contact: Dr Jeremy Jolley ([email protected]),Professor Linda Shields ([email protected])

General enquiries about research opportunitieswithin the faculty can be made to Dr Julie Jomeen,Director of Research and Scholarship.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMMEThe Leadership pathway reflects recent NHS andsocial and health policy, which identifies effectiveleadership as a means to improve quality and achievegoals outlined in the NHS Plan and other significantpolicy documents.The pathway is aimed at anyprofessionals working in health or social care whohave a leadership element to their role or arelooking to develop their career in this direction.Successful completion of this programme cantherefore create numerous career opportunities.

If individual circumstances dictate, it is possible forstudents to step off the programme with either aPostgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma.

PROGRAMME CONTENTThis pathway develops the individual's leadershippotential and their ability to meet the challengespresented by constant change in service provision.Building influence in organisations is an importantaspect, and learning is facilitated through a work-based project which allows students to demonstratewhat they have learnt about leadership. All studentshave the opportunity to undertake the Myers-BriggsType Indicator and to participate in 360-degreefeedback.


• Leadership: Self as Leader• Leadership in Context: Developing Strategic

Influence• Leading Service Development:The Challenge of

Change• Advanced Health and Social Research (Leadership)• Work-Based Learning• Dissertation (60 Credits)

OPTIONAL MODULES • Advanced Critical Thinking Skills• Practitioner as Leader• Politics, Practice and Policy • Leading Online Working• Women and Mental Health• Practice Teaching in Context• Effective Practice Teaching

FURTHER MODULE INFORMATIONOnly one optional module is permissible in thispathway, and there are no excluded combinations.However, students should discuss their preferredoption with the Pathway Leader to ensure itsavailability.

ASSESSMENTMost modules are assessed by written assignmentssuch as literature reviews, learning contracts, essaysand portfolios. Some modules require practicalassessments.

SPECIAL FEATURESThe department has developed strong partnershipworking with local NHS, third-sector and privateproviders. Programmes and modules are developedto meet local as well as national demands and policychanges. At the last major review of the faculty, theQuality Assurance Agency (QAA) assessed thequality of learning opportunities as commendable.

RESEARCH AREASResearch and scholarship themes within the facultyinclude policy and context; professional practice; andhealth and illness.


Health Professional Studies (Leadership)MSc (Master of Science)

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Duration: Part-time 2years.

Attendance: One dayper week.

Entry requirements:Normally a good first

degree (i.e. 2.1 or above).However, the programme

may be accessed byprofessionals who have

post-qualifying experienceand certified learning

equivalent to graduatestatus, and who can

demonstrate the ability tostudy at Level 7 (Masters).


Faculty of Health andSocial Care’s contract with


opportunities for self-funding – further



Contact: Tracey HeathPathway Leader


Ros GlanvilleProgramme Secretary


ADMISSIONS SERVICE,THE UNIVERSITY OF HULL, HULL, HU6 7RX, UK

T 01482 466850F 01482 442290E [email protected]

www.hull.ac.uk

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