Return to Practice Nursing (RTP)

Methods of teaching and learning will include:

• Formal lectures
• Group and individual tutorials
• Discussion and debate
• Simulated practice in skills laboratory
• Reflection
• Experiential learning
• Directed study using e-learning workshops, seminars and presentations

You will be assessed through an assignment and a portfolio of evidence. You will also be assessed by a clinical placement mentor.

On this course, you’ll spend time out on placement where you’ll apply what you have learnt in the field. Placements are offered in a wide range of practice areas across the country. The duration of placement will be tailored to individual student needs and requirements. Students are supported in clinical placements by experienced Practice Education Facilitators (PEFs).

Careers Service

The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.

Careers and Employability aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.

We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs and postgraduate study.