1. |
Admissions |
|
Specific entry criteria are detailed in the relevant programme specification. The admissions criteria are:
- Successful achievement of the Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing with Registration on the relevant NMC nurse part of the register studied at the University of Southampton according to the curriculum validated in March 2002 and reapproved in March 2007.
- Current registration required with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
There is no external accreditation for this programme (i.e. NMC recognition), however the achieved learning outcomes will contribute to professional development criteria and will complement the competencies outlined within the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework.
Registration on this programme must be within five years of completion of the Postgraduate Diploma. |
|
2. |
Structure of Programme(s) |
|
This is a part time programme. The maximum period of registration shall normally be two years. Further detail regarding the programme is set out in the appropriate programme specification.
The programme comprises one compulsory academic module. This is a 30 ECTS module at Level 7.
This, added to the 120 credits the students bring to the award from the prerequisite PGDip/RN, make up the MSc Nursing Studies award requiring that students obtain 180 credits at level 7. |
|
3. |
Progression |
|
|
4. |
Assessment |
|
|
5. |
Award of Qualification(s) |
|
Candidates who have satisfied the examiners and who have accumulated the requisite number of credits shall be awarded the qualification for which they have registered in accordance with the University Regulations for Progression, Determination and Classification of Results.
The classification of award will be calculated in accordance with the University Regulations for a standalone Masters degree and based on the marks achieved for modules 4 to 6 of the Postgraduate Diploma, plus the Dissertation.
Candidates who have satisfied the examiners and who have accumulated the requisite number of credits shall be awarded the qualification for which they have registered. |
|
6. |
Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork |
|
|
7. |
Other |
|
These regulations may be revised during the student's period of registration in accordance with the procedures approved by Senate.
Compensation
Compensation is not permitted on this programme.
Fitness to Practice
Students are advised to acquaint themselves with the University Fitness to Practise Policy which is used within the Faculty of Health Sciences. |
|