UndergraduatePart-time

Principles of Physical Assessment Individual Modules

University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
The module is delivered as a day in university, per week, for the first 11 weeks. You then have a period of 12 weeks to consolidate your theoretical learning in clinical practice.
Mode
Part-time
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
APR 2027Starts in 6 months
IELTS
6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

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Overview

Gain the physical examination skills you need to enhance patient care and optimise service provisions in your role as a nurse or health professional. During this module you will compare normal and abnormal findings from physical examination of a broad range of areas, including skin, nails, head, hair, eyes, ears, nose, throat and neck, while also exploring the physical assessments involved in the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardio, peripheral vascular, gastrointestinal and neurological systems. With the experts at Staffordshire University, you will also explore mental health assessments and get to get to grips with the fundamental skills and knowledge required to take a comprehensive history and physical examination of the adult patient. On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: Individual Modules Principles of Physical Assessment The module is delivered as a day in university, per week, for the first 11 weeks. You then have a period of 12 weeks to consolidate your theoretical learning in clinical practice.

Entry requirements

Students will require a preceptor to support them through this module. This should be a GP or hospital consultant/registrar/staff grade or ANP (who has been assessed as competent in physical examination). Students will also need the support of their line manager and a minimum of three years in current working practice. We understand that you might have experienced a challenging run up to higher education and may have not met the entry requirements as listed. If this is the case don’t worry, contact us and our team of expert advisors can guide you through the next stages of application, or help you find the perfect course for your needs.

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

Most courses require IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent approved English language qualification. Some courses have higher entry criteria, so check the course-specific entry requirements.

Fees

UK students: £1,045 per year

Start dates

April 2027

Application deadline

See central undergraduate application guidance: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply

Campus

  • Centre for Health Innovation Stafford, United Kingdom

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Undergraduate (bachelors) degrees To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need one of the following qualifications: Two SAT I scores with a minimum of 550 in each ACT composite score of 23 or above 2 APs with scores of 3+ International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution Integrated masters and two-year accelerated degrees To apply for an integrated masters or two-year accelerated degree you need one of the following qualifications: Two SAT I scores with a minimum of 550 in each ACT composite score of 23 or above 3 APs with scores of 3+ International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution

English language

To demonstrate your language proficiency as being equivalent to CEFR B2, we accept the following qualifications from your country: Citizens of the USA are not required to demonstrate their English Language proficiency Please note that these qualifications are valid at University of Staffordshire for a period of 5 years since the test was taken, unless otherwise stated above.

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Scholarships at University of Staffordshire

4 for this level
  • Care Leavers and Estranged Students£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
  • Disabled Students Allowance
  • Horizon Fund Bursary£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
  • SMART Scholarship£3,000.00 (US$ 3,874)
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