Course - Clinical Nursing for Exchange Students - SYA2304
Clinical Nursing for Exchange Students
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About the course
Course content
Nursing in Norway and the Norwegian health care system. Clinical nursing care for patients/clients in relevant parts of the Norwegian health services. Reflective and evidence-based nursing.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The student:
- has knowledge about the Norwegian health care system
- has knowledge about nursing role and responsibility in Norway
- has knowledge about nursing care for relevant patient groups and their families
Skills:
The student:
- plans and delivers safe and holistic nursing care based on an expected level of knowledge and experience
- demonstrates a caring attitude and cultural sensitivity in the provision of nursing care
- demonstrates ability to communicate and collaborate in a new cultural context
General competence:
The student:
- reflects critically upon relevant aspects of nursing practice and suggests appropriate changes and options based on literature findings, including research
- reflects upon similarities/differences in nursing care provided in Norway compared to their home country, using literature (including research) and experiences from their clinical placement in Norway
Learning methods and activities
Clinical placement. Lectures. Individual assignments. Group work and discussions. Reflection group.
Compulsory assignments
- Introduction week
- Written assignment (individual or in group)
- Individual reflection note
Further on evaluation
General requirements:
- All practice subjects require 90% study participation
- As a general rule, the student follows the supervisor's rotation/working hours or the rotation prepared by the internship site
(Cf. Guidelines for the implementation and assessment of practical studies).
Detailed information about compulsory requirements and activities will be announced at the start of the course. All compulsory activities must be completed before a grade can be given. Mid and end of placement assessment will take place. A standardized assessment form will be used. If the student is in danger of not passing the clinical placement, a written notice should be given at least 3 weeks before the final assessment is due to take place. This should state clearly what the student needs to do in order to pass the clinical placement.
If the student is awarded a "Not Passed" grade, the placement must be retaken at the home university.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Nursing (BSPL)
Required previous knowledge
Admission as an exchange student to the programme of study Bachelor in nursing (BSPL) is required.
Language requirement: English level B2 or equivalent.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SYT2304 | 15 sp | Autumn 2022 |
| SYG2304 | 15 sp | Autumn 2022 |
Subject areas
- Nursing and Midwife