University of Galway, Ireland
University of Galway| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | Full-time | 4 years | September | find out | find out |
The Bachelor of Nursing Science (General) course is a four-year degree programme provided in partnership with the Health Service Executive (HSE) West, Blackrock Health Galway Clinic, Bon Secours Hospital Galway. The programme consists of theoretical and clinical modules. The theoretical content aims to provide students with the knowledge necessary to underpin their professional practice. It comprises lectures, seminars, workshops, experiential learning, skills training. Clinical modules are undertaken in the practice setting in the acute hospital setting, community settings and in specialist placements. Following completion of the programme, students are eligible to apply to register as a General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. This is an international recognised registration.
The first three years are run within the academic year and include a combination of theory modules and clinical practice modules. Practice modules will require students to be in clinical practice for 32hours per week. Year four comprises clinical/theory instruction in semester one and a 36-week internship in clinical practice which runs from January to September. During this period, the student will be an employee of the HSE Saolta Group and paid a salary.
The course is taught by academic staff from: Nursing, Biological Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine. In addition, guest lectures are delivered by Specialist Practitioners from Clinical Practice, Patients and Patient advocacy groups.
Bernard McCarthy RGN, R.N.M.H, Bsc, Msc
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