Nursing Studies

Our BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies curriculum reflects contemporary clinical practice and recognises that the health and social care needs of patients and clients are changing. It aims to future proof your career by building on your existing professional experience, enabling you to progress in your chosen field.

As a registered clinical practitioner you will strengthen your competencies in areas such as critical reflection on clinical practice, clinical reasoning and ethical conduct, theoretical knowledge and practical abilities, to enable you to improve your practice to confidently manage and coordinate the evolving provision of clinical care.

Facilities

We have a dedicated health library at the Clinical Education Centre, Royal Stoke Hospital, which houses a specialist stock of health and health related materials. With an open access IT suite, a quiet study area and a wealth of resources, you will be able to study within a focused and well-equipped learning environment. You will have access to a range of clinical databases, full-text journals and additional web resources. Our health facilities also extend to an Anatomy Suite and Clinical Skills Laboratory. On campus, Keele library also offers a wealth of learning resources, including our librarians, who are able to support you with a range of study skills.

Nursing Studies expertise

Our academic staff and pathway leads come from a range of clinical backgrounds and have the a wealth of knowledge and relevant experience to support you throughout this Nursing Studies programme. Many of our staff are research active and all are registered with the appropriate professional body, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Nursing Studies pathways

You can select one of the following pathways:

Nursing Studies (Generic Route)

You will be required to complete the following modules:

• Clinical Practice
• Applied Advanced Healthcare Leadership and Management
• Research Application in Clinical Practice
• Dissertation

You can then choose electives (usually 45 credits). This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

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Contemporary Rheumatology

You can choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

• Introduction to Arthritis and Allied Health Conditions
• Management of Arthritis

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Critical Care

• Critical Care

You can choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

This Critical Care Pathway is currently only available for students who hold postgraduate qualifications and wish to RPL (recognition of prior learning) modules into this pathway. 

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Fundamentals in General Practice Nursing

• Fundamentals in General Practice Nursing

You can choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

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International

• Research Application in Clinical Practice

• Applied Advanced Healthcare Leadership and Management

• Independent Professional Practice Development

• Dissertation

You can then choose online elective modules to total 30 credits. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

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Neonatal

You can then choose a 15 credit elective module. This enables you to reach the 120 credits required for the BSc to be awarded.

• Practice Focused Neonatal Intensive Care

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You have the option to gain an intermediate Graduate Certificate which is the equivalent to the first year of study towards the full Clinical Practice BSc.

Student support

We provide a supportive learning environment for you throughout your studies. You will be allocated an academic mentor from the School who will be your first point of contact for academic advice and guidance.

Based within our Faculty is a Student Experience and Support team who have a member of the team dedicated to the School of Nursing and Midwifery. As part of Keele’s student services, they work closely with teams across Keele to ensure you can easily access the support you need.

There is peer support, and additional help is available from the School's Disability Inclusion Tutor who provides an additional layer of support for all students, particularly for those who have special learning needs.

You will have access to advice and support services at Keele which include;

• Learning Support and Academic Guidance
• Disability Support and Inclusion
• English Language Unit
• Student Advice at Keele (ASK)
• Student Support Services
• Occupational Health Department

The local NHS Trusts also provide counselling services.