25 Jan 2027 (Available)
Apply by: 25 Jan 2027
Semester B
Supported independent learning
Course overview
This is a module is tailored to your own area of interest that will enable you to explore, reflect upon and develop your learning and skills associated with an aspect of your professional practice. Guidance is provided throughout the module by an academic supervisor who will enable you to shape the module to your individual needs.
The topic chosen will be relevant to the student’s professional practice. The choice of topic and learning outcomes will be the subject of negotiation between the student and the academic tutor. Please complete the Topic Choice Form and return to the Module Lead.
The student will be expected to clearly identify the aims, objectives and methodology to be employed in their study as well as the assessment type and format.
Delivery of the module will incorporate independent learning supported by an academic tutor who will guide the student through the module.
Supervision may take place through MS Teams, zoom, telephone or email as agreed by the student and the academic tutor.
The modules can be studied with any module within the framework and particularly complement the following courses to provide a bespoke area of study: 7HSK2215 Negotiated Learning 1
Assessment details:
The nature of the assessment and the number of elements is dependent upon the topic under study and the learning outcomes identified for the proposed study. You will be expected to negotiate the assessment of the module in conjunction with your supervisor.
Learning Outcomes:
Knowledge and understanding:
Successful students will typically...
- Explore and critically appraise the evidence base pertaining to the identified topic of professional practice
Intellectual, Practical and Transferable Skills:
Successful students will typically...
- Undertake an independent study of their choice which will inform and enhance personal professional practice
- Demonstrate enhanced investigative, analytical, critical and reflective skills
- Evaluate the impact of their learning upon their professional practice and discuss adaptations to their practice, as appropriate.
What our students say:
"Thank-you for your support throughout the module, it was great to be able to develop learning outcomes which were so specific to my current practice and needs."
This module can contribute to the following programme(s)
HMAPHYMSC: MSc Advanced Physiotherapy
HMAPPMSC: MSc Advanced Paramedic Practice
HMAPPEMSC: MSc Advanced Paramedic Practice (Emergency & Critical Care)
HMAPPUMSC: MSc Advanced Paramedic Practice (Primary & Urgent Care)
HMMUMSC: MSc Medical Ultrasound
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Funding
£1,890.00
The price quoted above is per 30 credits and relates to students assessed as UK/home self-funded for fee purposes. Prices may differ for students that are assessed as EU/Overseas. Fees status will normally stay with the student for the remainder of their course. Here you can find further details along with, costs and when your fees need to be paid. You may be able to obtain a Post Graduate student loan, for which you must sign up for the whole MSc programme and not just individual modules or a Post Graduate Diploma, further details can be found at https://www.gov.uk/masters-loan
Excellent sector connections: we have extensive links with eight NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in Hertfordshire.
Links with over 98 NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in East Anglia and London regions.
Flexibility: we provide flexible study options to ensure you can fit CPD study around your busy professional and personal lives.
Location: the main University of Hertfordshire campus is 25 minutes from London with easy access by both road and rail services.
Course details
Course leader
Phillip Regelous p.regelous2@herts.ac.uk
Administrator
Tracey Williamson
Telephone
01707 284800
Course delivery
Supported independent learning
Prerequisites
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