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INTRODUCTION The School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen s delivers top class nursing and midwifery education and research within Northern Ireland. As a School within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, we are uniquely positioned to offer an innovative approach to interprofessional education, using the latest technologies in simulated learning. We pride ourselves on offering programmes that intergrate theory and clinical practice and prepare our students to be sought-after practitioners capable of delivering care around the globe. Our training partners include internationally recognised clinical institutions and community care services. Our students benefit from teaching by staff, who are actively engaged in areas of specialty practice, and the support of a personal tutoring scheme. There are opportunities for student exchanges with our international partners and the School supports students to undertake activities of benefit to the broader Northern Ireland community. Our leading undergraduate courses are just the beginning of your successful career in a caring and highly skilled profession. As a Queen s Nursing or Midwifery graduate you will be sought after to work for internationally recognised healthcare organisations. But it doesn t end there - Queen s will be there with you for every step of your career, offering a wide range of opportunities for further development. QUEEN S SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES Queen s offers a range of scholarships and prizes for new students. These include: NI Scholars Scheme 10 full-fee scholarships (from 2013) Available to students from Northern Ireland for the full duration of the Undergraduate degree. It recognises academic achievement and additional contribution to school/community life with an emphasis on leadership and social responsibility. Nominations are via schools. 2,500 Scholarship for students from England, Scotland and Wales Available to all students from England, Scotland and Wales achieving A,A,B grades or equivalent at A-level, (excluding applicants to Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and the Queen s colleges at Stranmillis and St Mary s). Full details and eligibility criteria for Queen s scholarships are available at: www.qub.ac.uk/scholarships E: askqueens@qub.ac.uk CONTENTS Midwifery Sciences 4 Nursing 6

4 Midwifery Sciences The Subject The School of Nursing and Midwifery is located within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, and is uniquely positioned to offer an innovative approach to interprofessional education using the latest technologies in simulated learning for clinical practice. Our programmes integrate theory and clinical practice, preparing our students to be soughtafter practitioners capable of delivering care around the globe. Our training partners include internationally-recognised clinical institutions and community care services. Our students benefit from teaching by staff actively engaged in all areas of midwifery practice, and with the support of a personal tutoring scheme. There are numerous opportunities for student exchanges with our international partners and the School supports students to undertake activities of benefit to the broader Northern Ireland community. Programme Content This three-year degree programme is the first step in preparing you for an outstanding career in Midwifery. The degree has specific learning outcomes that relate to the knowledge, skills and attitudes to practice that are: woman/family centred, clinically effective, competent and safe, evidence-based, and established on caring and ethical principles. It provides students with direct contact with women, their babies and families in home, hospital and community settings under the supervision and guidance of lecturers and skilled midwives. The programme is unique in its approach to using facilitated learning experiences to enhance student autonomy in delivering care to women and their families. Modules are designed to develop the knowledge and skills that students will need to deal with normal midwifery practice and to coordinate the care of women experiencing more complex pregnancies. The public health role Degrees Entrance Requirements BSc Honours: Midwifery Sciences This information is prepared in advance of the academic year to which it relates and the grades stated should be treated as a guide only as requirements can vary from year to year. Overall academic background will be taken into account when considering applications. All applicants (except Access/Foundation applicants) must normally have 5 GCSEs at grade C or better to include English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (ie Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Double Award Science or Science). A GCSE Applied Science is not acceptable in lieu of GCSE Science. Applicants offering Access/Foundation courses must have GCSE Mathematics and a Science subject at grade C or better. Note: NICATS Mathematics is acceptable in lieu of GCSE Mathematics and a Science module in Biology, Chemistry or Physics would be accepted in lieu of GCSE Science. In addition to the GCSE requirements, or equivalent, applicants must offer one of the following qualifications: A-level: BCC including A-level Biology or Chemistry OR BBC for all other A-levels. Other Qualifications: qualifications not listed above will be considered on merit upon receipt of original written documentary evidence. For all applicants: In addition, candidates must meet the academic entrance requirements by 31 August 2013. If candidates request a remark of a paper and subsequently achieve the required grade, their offer will be honoured but it may have to be deferred to a later intake.

Midwifery Sciences 5 Entrance Requirements (continued) Contact At shortlisting, preference may be given to applicants offering GCSE grade B in Mathematics and/or a Science or equivalent. Additional academic criteria may be applied at shortlisting depending on the volume of applications. Applicants made an offer of a place on the programme are required to undergo a satisfactory Occupational Health Assessment and Criminal Record check (Access NI Enhanced Disclosure Check). Additional academic criteria may be applied at shortlisting depending on the volume of applications. Note: Applications to the the BSc in Nursing and BSc in Midwifery Sciences will be via UCAS from 2013 entry. UCAS codes will be available from UCAS and Schools and Colleges Careers Departments from September 2012 For students whose first language is not English: an IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in each test component, or an equivalent acceptable qualification, details of which are available at: http://go.qub.ac.uk/englishlanguagereqs The Registry Office School of Nursing and Midwifery T: +44 (0)28 9097 5718/5719/5716 E: nur.registry@qub.ac.uk W: http://www.qub.ac.uk/nur of the midwife is highlighted throughout and students gain experience in planning and coordinating care for mothers and their babies. Special Features Queen s is the only university in Northern Ireland offering a Midwifery Sciences degree programme. Teaching and learning activities include the use of high fidelity simulation technology where students use their midwifery knowledge and skills in a safe, controlled environment. In the final year of the programme, students have the opportunity to negotiate a short elective placement at home in the UK or abroad where they identify the learning outcomes that they wish to achieve. Eligible students may have their fees paid for the duration of the three-year programme by the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety and may also receive a bursary. Careers and Further Study Studying Midwifery Sciences at Queen s provides a solid foundation for graduates to undertake further study in speciality areas of midwifery practice such as neonatal care, family health and ultrasound scanning. Our postgraduate programmes are designed to prepare midwifery leaders who can work effectively within today's dynamic and challenging maternity services.

6 Nursing The Subject The School of Nursing and Midwifery is located within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, and is uniquely positioned to offer an innovative approach to interprofessional education using the latest technologies in simulated learning for clinical practice. Our programmes integrate theory and clinical practice, preparing our students to be soughtafter practitioners capable of delivering care around the globe. Our training partners include internationally-recognised clinical institutions and community care services. Our students benefit from teaching by staff actively engaged in areas of specialty practice, and with the support of a personal tutoring scheme. There are opportunities for student exchanges with our international partners and the School supports students to undertake activities of benefit to the broader Northern Ireland community. Programme Content This three-year degree programme leads to the award of a BSc (Hons) in Nursing and is the first step in preparing you for an outstanding career in Nursing. The degree has specific learning outcomes that relate to the knowledge, skills and attitudes central to practice: patient/client-centred, clinically-effective, competent and safe, evidence-based, and established on caring and ethical principles. Students apply for a three-year programme in one of the following fields of Nursing: Adult, Children s, Learning Disability, or Mental Health. In each of the three years, students study two theoretical modules and complete a practice module. For example, in Year 1 the theoretical modules are Health and Wellbeing and Professional Nursing Values. Degrees Entrance Requirements BSc Honours: Nursing This information is prepared in advance of the academic year to which it relates and the grades stated should be treated as a guide only as requirements can vary from year to year. Overall academic background will be taken into account when considering applications. All applicants (except Access/Foundation applicants) must normally have 5 GCSEs at grade C or better to include English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject (ie Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Double Award Science or Science). A GCSE Applied Science is not acceptable in lieu of GCSE Science. Applicants offering Access/Foundation courses must have GCSE Mathematics and a Science subject at grade C or better. Note: NICATS Mathematics is acceptable in lieu of GCSE Mathematics and a Science module in Biology, Chemistry or Physics would be accepted in lieu of GCSE Science. In addition to the GCSE requirements,or equivalent, applicants must offer one of the following qualifications: A-level: CCC including A-level Biology or Chemistry OR BCC for all other A-levels. Other Qualifications: qualifications not listed above will be considered on merit upon receipt of original written documentary evidence. For all applicants: In addition, candidates must meet the academic entrance requirements by 31 August 2013. If candidates request a remark of a paper and subsequently achieve the required grade, their offer will be honoured, but it may have to be deferred to a later intake.

Nursing 7 Entrance Requirements Contact At shortlisting, preference may be given to applicants offering GCSE grade B in Mathematics and/or a Science or equivalent. Additional academic criteria may be applied at shortlisting depending on the volume of applications. Applicants made an offer of a place on the programme are required to undergo a satisfactory Occupational Health Assessment and Criminal Record check (Access NI Enhanced Disclosure Check). Note: Applications to the BSc in Nursing and the BSc in Midwifery Sciences will be via UCAS from 2013 entry. UCAS codes will be available from UCAS and Schools and Colleges Careers Departments in September 2012. For students whose first language is not English: an IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in each test component, or an equivalent acceptable qualification, details of which are available at: http://go.qub.ac.uk/englishlanguagereqs The Registry Office School of Nursing and Midwifery T: +44 (0)28 9097 5718/5719/5716 E: nur.registry@qub.ac.uk W: http://www.qub.ac.uk/nur In total, 50 per cent of the programme is theoretical and based in the University and the other 50 per cent consists of practice placements based in health care settings. Special Features Queen s is the only university in Northern Ireland offering degree programmes in all four fields of Nursing. Students may have the opportunity to complete their final practice module abroad. Eligible students may have their fees paid for the duration of the three-year programme by the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) and may also receive a bursary. Careers and Further Study Studying Nursing at Queen s provides a solid foundation for graduates to undertake further study in specialty areas of nursing practice. Our postgraduate programmes are designed to prepare nurse leaders who can work effectively within today's dynamic and challenging health care systems.

When I first started the programme I was overwhelmed, so much to do for university and then working busy shifts in clinical practice. It took a while to get used to organising my time so that I could really enjoy what I was doing. Everyone in my group is very supportive, friendly and fun. We all get along and the same can be said about the lecturers too. We all like to talk about our experiences while being in placement and support each other when preparing for exams and assignments. Practical placements are where you learn the most, and it seems to be where all your learning comes together and becomes real!

Nursing is busy from the word go but you quickly find your feet, especially when on clinical placement. This is where you really learn to understand illness and what it is like to care for someone with a life threatening condition. The course includes workshops where nursing and medical students work as teams in simulated clinical settings using the hi-tec, but all too life-like SimBaby and SimMan. This safe controlled learning environment allows you to apply and extend your skills. Studying nursing both within the university and on placement can be stressful but there is always support on hand to help with the academic and clinical challenges.

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