Detailed analysis of a contemporary issue in health care, including an evaluation of the implications for practice/role development.

Pass
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breadth and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the advancement of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem - solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate.

Merit
A piece of work which meets all the requirements of a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual - based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively.

Distinction
An outstanding piece of work which meets all of the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation.
There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought.
The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas.

CD Rom
Library
Blackboard

Lectures (10%)
Study Skills Development (50%)
Participation in group work to address issues emerging from analysis of indicative content (35%)
Participation in one-to-one and group tutorials (5%)
Independent learning activities consist of personal analysis of a wide range of literature and evidence, (50%) reflective analysis and application (50%)

Formative: Study Skills package including seminar presentation.

This module will provide a forum for discussion of the latest issues in health care, thus providing students the opportunity to examine fundamental challenges and opportunities in their specialist area of practice. Issues for exploration will be negotiated between the postgraduate student group and the module leader. The following provide a general guideline to the types of subject that may be covered eg:
Clinical Governance; Involvement of carers and users; Inequalities in health care, NHS Modernisation, Ethics and Consent in health care, Mental Health issues, Quality of life, Quality assurance.

Issues will be examined from a variety of perspectives in order to recognise opportunities, clarify constraints and determine potential implications for practice/role development.

The source of indicative reading for this module is likely to be current journals, policy documents etc.
You will be responsible for identifying material related to the indicative content.