Program Overview

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Course Overview

The International Clinical Placement in Nursing course, coded as SYT2303, is a third-year course, level III, that provides students with knowledge and experience regarding global health challenges, disease panorama, and treatment, as well as cultural understanding and culturally sensitive nursing through clinical placements in collaboration with international partners.

Course Details

• Credits: 15
• Level: Third-year courses, level III
• Course Start: Autumn 2025 / Spring 2026
• Duration: 1 semester
• Language of Instruction: English and Norwegian
• Location: Trondheim
• Examination Arrangement: Practical training

About the Course

Course Content

The course focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of global health issues, culturally sensitive nursing practices, and the role of nurses in international health services. It aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and general competence necessary for effective nursing practice in a global context.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, students should have knowledge about:

• Culture and culturally sensitive nursing
• Global health issues and health promotion
• The role and responsibilities of the nurse in international health services
• Interdisciplinary work in clinical settings
• Health, disease, and treatment in a global perspective
• The significance of international collaboration in research and development

Skills

Students should be able to:

• Use relevant knowledge in providing safe and holistic nursing care
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in nursing care
• Communicate and cooperate effectively in new cultural contexts

General Competence

Students should demonstrate the ability to:

• Reflect critically and ethically on healthcare, nursing practice, and disease treatment
• Be self-sufficient, innovative, and adaptable in new clinical environments

Learning Methods and Activities

The course includes clinical studies/placement, lectures, preparations before clinical placement, individual assignments, group assignments, reflection groups, and a homecoming seminar.

Compulsory Assignments

• Preparation course
• Written assignment 1: Meeting with practice teacher and individual presentation
• Written assignment 2: Reflection note with self-assessment
• Written assignment 3: Group assignment
• Reflection group
• Homecoming seminar

Evaluation

• General Requirements: 90% study participation is required for all practice subjects.
• Specific Conditions: Admission to the Nursing (BSPL) program is required.
• Required Previous Knowledge: Admission to the Bachelor in Nursing (BSPL) program and passing specific prerequisite courses are required.

Credit Reductions

The course has academic overlap with SYA2303 and SYG2303, which may result in credit reductions if taken.

Subject Areas

• Nursing and Midwife

Department with Academic Responsibility

Department of Public Health and Nursing

Examination

• Examination Arrangement: Practical training
• Grade: Passed / Not Passed
• Ordinary Examination: Practical training with a weighting of 100/100, conducted in Autumn 2025 and Spring 2026.