NUR-10058 - Module Specification
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2020/21

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2020/21

This module forms a mandatory part of the overall BSc Midwifery programme. This module will be undertaken at inception of the midwifery programme. It focuses on the anatomical and physiological adaptations occurring throughout pregnancy of each body system influenced by physical, mechanical, genetic and hormonal factors. Learning will be facilitated through theoretical sessions and directed and independent study.

During this module, students will learn the anatomical and physiological adaptations occurring throughout pregnancy of each body system influenced by physical, mechanical, genetic and hormonal factors.

Intended Learning Outcomes

demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the anatomy, physiology and genetics of women and men throughout their reproductive life: 1
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the anatomy, physiology and genetics of the fetus and the neonate: 1
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the anatomy, physiology and epigenetics of infant feeding: 1
demonstrate effective use of digital technology to enhance learning: 1

Study hours

This module will comprise of 50 hrs of scheduled learning via either face-to-face, online or group work sessions, 100 hrs of independent study comprising 50 hours directed study related to module content and 50 hrs self directed and assessment preparation.

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment