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The UM – at the , proudly concludes its participation in the in-person intensive week of the Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) titled “Emergencies in Acute Nursing,” held at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Finland, from 19–23 May 2025.

This initiative brought together the University of Malta’s Nursing Degree Programme and a network of esteemed European partner institutions:

• Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (Finland)
• Escola Superior Politécnica de Setúbal (Portugal)
• Artevelde University of Applied Sciences (Belgium)
• Kingston University (UK)
• Tallinn Healthcare College (Estonia)

The educational programme involved thirteen students and academics in an engaging and innovative learning experience focused on developing competencies in emergency and acute care settings. Through interactive seminars, clinical simulations, and collaborative group work, participants enhanced their skills and confidence to meet the complex demands of acute care in healthcare setting. Topics covered included: assessment and principles of care in neurological trauma; principles of difficult airway management and emergency drugs; and principles of care for burn patients in the acute care setting. 

The University of Malta was represented by: , academic lead for the project; Dr Sharon Martinelli, who delivered teaching during the intensive week in Helsinki and , who contributed to the virtual teaching component of the programme. 

The BIP was co-funded by the European Union, , combining an online preparatory phase with a dynamic and hands-on mobility week in Helsinki.