Should we clone humans? What should we think of the coming genetic revolution? How much control should we have over how and when we die? Is rationing health care good, bad, necessary or all of the above? This module
will explore fundamental ethical issues that arise in medicine, healthcare and the life sciences. Some are as old as
life itself: the vulnerability of illness, the fact of death. Some are new, brought on by a dizzying pace of technology
that can unsettle our core ideas about human nature and our place in the world. Through an analysis of extant
principles, theories and practices, this module aims to develop students' critical awareness of the moral, ethical and legal issues inherent within medicine, healthcare and the life sciences more broadly.
PMGM13
Ethical, Legal and Societal Issues (ELSI) in Applied Genomics
This module will provide students with an understanding of the legal, regulatory & governance frameworks associated with medical genomics and the use of genomic data. It will equip students to explore and evaluate the main ethical, legal and social issues (ELSI) involved in: genomic testing and the wider implications for the patient and their families; precision medicine; and the use of genomic data for population research.
SHC137
Study Skills, Health Informatics and Health Service Practice
This module provides an introduction to student skills, learning skills, IT skills, communication skills and elements of Health Informatics that prepares the student for work in the clinical environment of the National Health Service as an Assistant/Associate audiology practitioner.
SHC338
Evidence-Based Practice in Cardiology
The module will prepare students for their professional role as a healthcare science practitioner in Cardiology. Students will gain an understanding of their role in the patient pathway and the importance of evidence-based practice that considers patient-centred care.
SHF302
Continuing Personal and Professional Development
This module considers key issues in osteopathy and health care practice based on reflection from student placements and learning. This module will be delivered through group discussion and feedback sessions.
SHF309
Evidence Based Practice and Research Methods
This module introduces students to the concept of evidence based practice and will provide an introduction to research methods.
SHF313
Ethics and Osteopathy
This module aims to develop students¿ critical awareness of the moral dimension of osteopathic care and to encourage students to reconsider ethical issues in their day to day practice. This will be enabled through their developing knowledge and understanding of literature, and broader organisational/social/policy implications.
SHF314
Independent Study
This module builds upon the knowledge and skills gained from SHF309 Evidence Based Practice and Research Methods and will enable the student to explore research in an area of interest in order to develop a literature review and a related patient information sheet.
SHGE20
Study Day - Perineal Suturing Workshop
This is a themed, standalone study day which will lead to a certificate of attendance. There are no credit points attached to this module.
SHH313
Ethics in Health and Social Care
This module aims to develop students' critical awareness of the moral dimension of health care. Ethical analysis of relevant issues is based upon extant theory and principles. Students are encouraged to reconsider ethical issues in their day to day practice, against their developing knowledge and understanding of literature, and broader organizational/social/policy implications.
SHN3055
Managing Complex Care in Rapidly Changing Situations (Adult)
This module aims to give an overview of specialist aspects of nursing practice, especially when care can be considered complex and situations rapidly change. The module also aims to give a greater insight into the application of legal, ethical and professional issues to practice. This module draws on the content of modules within Years 1 and 2 and experiences in practice to consolidate the knowledge, skills and attitude for professional practice in the field of adult nursing.
SHPM45
Introduction to Law and Medicine
This module introduces the legal system in England & Wales and its role in medicine. Students will be introduced to the nature of law and legal argument and learn how to evaluate case law in relation to consent to examination and treatment.