Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing - L-Universit脿 ta' Malta

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

5 Years

180 ECTS

Mode of Study

Part-time Day

The overall aim of the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing programme (Part-Time Day) is to prepare first-level nurses who are able to provide effective evidence-based patient-centered care. This course aims to provide students with an understanding of nursing's distinct knowledge base as well as knowledge derived from the other social and life sciences. It also aims to equip students with the ability to perform the required clinical skills competently and in full knowledge of the current evidence. It is in view of this that this course comprises both theoretical and practical components, with a diversified content that is designed to develop the students' ability to draw upon the various types of knowledge, the appropriate skills and an understanding of an individual's personal wishes, to guide the appropriate nursing action in a variety of settings.

This part-time programme runs over five years and aims to target students who are unable to follow a full-time programme because of other commitments. In addition to a similar aim to the full-time course, the BSc. (Hons.) in Nursing (Part-Time Day) further shares the same intended learning outcomes and conforms to the European Union Directives on Nursing Education and secures recognition as a first level nurse across EU member states.

Communication and Academic Skills Programme

The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific disciplines and develops their competences for future careers.

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Adult learners applying for admission in terms of regulation 6 (c) of the Admissions Regulations may be required to sit for and pass an interview. In preparation for the interview, applicants shall be required to submit an updated Curriculum Vitae and a letter of motivation, written in English, explaining why they are applying for the Course (following guidelines provided by the Department).

Applicants who are not in possession of the general entry requirements or adult learners who are unsuccessful at the interview, may be admitted to the Preparatory Course specifically related to Nursing. Such applicants will be eligible to proceed to the Course if they successfully complete all the study-units included in the programme for the Preparatory Course immediately prior to the commencement of the Course.

During the first year of the Course, students are required to undergo an occupational health assessment so as to ascertain that they are fit for the duties related to their proposed studies. Students who do not fulfil this requirement may be barred from progressing with their studies. Failure to disclose information about a physical or mental health problem that could affect patient safety is considered to be a serious breach of the University Suitability to Practise Regulations.

Requires the submission of a Police Certificate of Conduct.

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Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR1128	Practical Nursing Skills 1	4 ECTS	(NC)
NUR1133	Becoming a Student Nurse	6 ECTS	(NC)
NUR1134	An Introduction to Foundational Nursing Concepts	2 ECTS	(NC)
NUR1136	Foundations of Healthcare Practice	2 ECTS	(NC)
NUR2154	Personal Growth and Professional Development 1	4 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2 and Summer Period

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR1140	Practice Placement 1	5 ECTS	(NC)
NUR1141	Practice Placement 2	10 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR1139	Practical Nursing Skills 2	4 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for regular progression to Year II: 37 ECTS credits and a minimum of 450 hours of nursing practice.


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR1135	Introduction to Applied Biomedical Sciences	6 ECTS	(NC)
NUR1137	Nursing the individual in Varied Contexts 1	6 ECTS	(NC)
NUR2153	Practical Nursing Skills 3	4 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2 and Summer Period

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR1142	Practice Placement 3	5 ECTS	(NC)
NUR1143	Practice Placement 4	10 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR2086	Complex Clinical Situations	4 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for regular progression to Year III: 35 ECTS credits and a minimum of 900 hours of nursing practice (over Year 1 & Year 2).


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR2150	Evidence Based Practice in Nursing	4 ECTS	(NC)
NUR2151	Nursing the Individual in Varied Contexts 2	6 ECTS	(NC)
NUR2152	Advancing Nursing Knowledge Related to Practice	8 ECTS	(NC)
NUR3908	Personal Growth and Professional Development 2	4 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2 and Summer Period

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR2156*	Practice Placement 5	5 ECTS	(NC)
NUR2157	Practice Placement 6	10 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for regular progression to Year IV: 37 ECTS credits and a minimum of 1,350 hours of nursing practice (over Year 1 to Year 3).


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR3905	Introduction to Advanced Nursing Practice and Specialisation	4 ECTS	(NC)
NUR3906	Contemporary Issues Relevant to Nursing Practice	4 ECTS	(NC)
NUR3907	Implementing Nursing Knowledge related to Practice	8 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2 and Summer Period

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR2158	Practice Placement 7	5 ECTS	(NC)
NUR2159	Practice Placement 8	10 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR3911	Practical Nursing Skills Update	4 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for regular progression to Year V: 35 ECTS credits and a minimum of 1,800 hours of nursing practice (over Year 1 to Year 4).

In addition to the compulsory study-units, students are required to register for an optional study-unit to the value of 2 ECTS credits during their fifth year of studies.


Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR3600	Dissertation in Nursing Studies	10 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR3909	Health, Illness and Social Contexts	5 ECTS	(NC)


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

NUR3910	Personal Growth and Development 3	4 ECTS	(NC)
NUR3912	Practice Placement 9	15 ECTS	(NC)

Requirement for successful completion to Year V: 36 ECTS credits and a minimum of 2,300 hours of nursing practice (over Year 1 to Year 5).Requirement for award of B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing: 180 ECTS credits

This programme of study is governed by The General Regulations for University Undergraduate Awards, 2019 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Bachelor of Science (Honours) - B.Sc. (Hons) - under the auspices of the Faculty of Health Sciences.

The course aims to prepare prospective nurses who through critical thinking, knowledge and reflection are able to practice in a professional, accountable manner.

Provide students with knowledge of the theories and concepts that underpin and challenge nursing practice.

Provides students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes central to nursing to function effectively, as a professional nurse, using evidence based interventions in a variety of health care environments.

Provide students with the interpersonal skills to be key members of the multidisciplinary team within any health care setting.

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Fee per academic year: Eur 5,400

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On successful completion of the course, candidates are eligible to apply for registration with the Malta Council for Nurses and Midwives.

Graduate nurses work in a variety of health care settings, such as the community and occupational health care setting, and engage in a variety of roles, such as management and policy development roles. Employment and educational opportunities are prevalent across all sectors.

The successful completion of the undergraduate programme renders a candidate eligible for application for enrollment on to Master's programmes of studies.

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