Thus modules such as Introduction to Research and Sciences for Children's Nursing Practice, which provide important preparation for later work, would be taken at the beginning of the course. For an honours degree you would undertake a dissertation. This is a critical investigation and written presentation of a topic relevant to children's nursing. Teaching, Learning and Assessment Various teaching and learning strategies are used. Lectures and seminars, or open learning and seminars, feature prominently in the more theoretically oriented modules.
Seminars usually relate to current practice experiences.
The range of approaches should help students to meet course aims, while developing the skills needed for lifelong learning. Assessment strategies are varied, but mainly involve coursework. Practice-based modules generally use learning contracts, which enable you to analyse and reflect on practice. Reflective essays and clinical or case studies are also used. The remaining modules have either oral seminar presentations, practicals, reports or other coursework, or an examination.