Please note

This document only provides information for the academic year selected and does not form part of the student contract

School:

School of Human and Health Sciences

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

M (FHEQ Level 7)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2024-03-01

Module Leader:

Nicola Draper-Jennings

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study
Seminar
Tutorial and Project Supervision

Synopsis

In today’s multicultural society it’s important for all healthcare professionals to understand the relationship between culture and care-giving. This module will consider how culture can impact on care-giving practice and its outcomes in terms of service-user health and their wider wellbeing.

Learning Strategy

This distance-learning module includes synchronous seminars alongside a wealth of high-quality online content designed to inspire and stimulate learners to engage in the module and develop their own practice. Learners will be encouraged to participate in reflective practice to allow them to evaluate their current knowledge and skills and build … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

What is culture in relation to care and why does it matter? (With recognition of implications of own culture and potential bias/prejudice)Material culture, cultural values, spirituality and faith as mediators of care outcomesGender, sexuality and implications for careEthnicity and implications for careCulture and end-of-life care, including care for the spirit … For more content click the Read More button below.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written plan

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply. The expectation is that text-based assessment tasks will be submitted via Turnitin®.

My Reading