Infants, mothers and child health are studied. Basic medical and surgical nursing is also introduced. Field experiences are conducted in maternal and infant settings, paediatric settings and medical and surgical settings. Mental health nursing, nursing theory, research, and professional issues are also examined. Field experiences are conducted in medical, surgical and orthopaedic settings, accident and emergency settings, operating theatres, and mental health settings.
Students also study nursing research, women's health, and patient education.
Field experiences are conducted in critical care, community and gerontology settings. The Nursing courses are conducted by the Department of Nursing Studies in conjunction with supporting Departments such as Community Medicine and its Behavioral Sciences Unit, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Biochemistry and Pharmacology. This is a three year part-time programme offered by the Department of Nursing Studies of the Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong. The programme is specially designed for registered nurses with the aim of developing their professional competencies and enhancing their capabilities as professional members of the health care system. Graduates will utilize their analytical thinking to enhance patient care, provide leadership in nursing, and promote health in a variety of settings.