Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing (Elderly Care)

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing (Elderly Care) is a program designed to provide qualified nurses with specific competencies and skills in the care of older adults. The program spans across preventive, medical, rehabilitative, and palliative aspects of care across a range of settings, including community, hospital, and long-term settings.

Program Details

• MQF Level: 6
• Duration and Credits: 2 to 3 years, not less than 80 ECTS credits
• Mode of Study: Part-time Evening Blended

Course Structure

The program consists of study-units that equip students with the knowledge related to the care of older adults, covering topics such as:

• Health Promotion, Rehabilitation, and Active Ageing
• Medical Management of Geriatric Patients
• Community Care of the Elderly
• Searching Evidence in Practice
• Nutrition in Old Age
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Applying Evidence in the Clinical Setting
• Leading and Managing Services in the Care of Older Adults
• Pharmacotherapeutic Aspects in Old Age
• Dementia Care
• Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Adults
• Dissertation in Nursing Studies

Year 1

• Semester 1:
  • NUR3113: Health Promotion, Rehabilitation, and Active Ageing (10 ECTS)
  • NUR3114: Medical Management of Geriatric Patients (10 ECTS)
  • NUR4410: Community Care of the Elderly (6 ECTS)
• Semester 2:
  • NUR1112: Searching Evidence in Practice (2 ECTS)
  • NUR3116: Nutrition in Old Age (6 ECTS)
  • NUR4420: Advanced Communication Skills (6 ECTS)

Year 2

• Semester 1:
  • NUR3155: Applying Evidence in the Clinical Setting (2 ECTS)
  • NUR4145: Leading and Managing Services in the Care of Older Adults (10 ECTS)
  • NUR4146: Pharmacotherapeutic Aspects in Old Age (10 ECTS)
• Semester 2:
  • NUR3115: Dementia Care (8 ECTS)
  • NUR4147: Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Adults (10 ECTS)

Year 3

• Semester 1 and 2:
  • NUR3600: Dissertation in Nursing Studies (10 ECTS)
  • NUR4147: Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Adults (10 ECTS) (for students opting to finish the program over three years)

Admission Requirements

• General Entry Requirements: Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications
• Special Course Requirements:
  • The Higher Diploma in Health Science (Nursing Studies) or the Diploma in Health Science (Nursing Studies) awarded by the University of Malta
  • A professional qualification deemed by Senate to be comparable to the qualifications indicated
• Applicants may be required to provide evidence of being in possession of a registration to practice the nursing profession

Tuition Fees

• Non-EU Applicants:
  • 2 ECTS credits: Eur 360
  • 6 ECTS credits: Eur 1,080
  • 8 ECTS credits: Eur 1,440
  • 10 ECTS credits: Eur 1,800

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program will obtain a degree qualification and a specialization in elderly care nursing, preparing them for roles in the care of older adults in various settings. The program also provides the opportunity to further studies and proceed to a Master's degree.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Describe the role of the nurse in primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention
• Demonstrate an understanding of key topics relevant to the care of older adults
• Critically reflect on the current care given to older persons and develop analytical and intellectual tools
• Search, critically appraise, and apply evidence in clinical practice
• Demonstrate appropriate communication skills and critical thinking skills
• Apply leadership and communication skills to implement and sustain change
• Demonstrate improved academic writing and presentation skills