The 21st-century nursing profession is a product of historical and contemporary, socio-political and cultural influences. You will explore these while considering legal and ethical frameworks, the role of professional governing bodies and governance while beginning to investigate the profession of nursing. You will explore the personal skills, inherent requirements and attributes required in the profession and consider what your personal journey towards becoming a registered nurse will require.

Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Students (email, anonymous feedback, and face to face feedback).

We have gathered feedback from students expressing a desire for a more engaging and interactive learning experience, as opposed to the conventional lecture-based format. This valuable insight underscores the need for us to explore and implement more dynamic and participatory educational materials to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

In response to the identified challenges, we have implemented a novel teaching strategy for this term’s Unit, aptly named “Learning on the Run”. This innovative approach encompasses a series of concise “snapshot” videos, each lasting no more than 15 minutes. This method is designed to deliver key information in manageable segments, facilitating efficient learning and comprehension for our students.

Feedback from Students (email, anonymous feedback, and face to face feedback).

At the onset of the term, some students expressed confusion regarding the unavailability of certain readings in the e-reading list. It appears that they were unaware of the prescribed textbook for the course despite its mention in the Unit Profile. This highlights the need for clearer communication about course materials and requirements to ensure students are fully informed and prepared.

The unit coordinators addressed the issue throughout the term through various channels. They communicated with students via email, held discussions during workshops, and made announcements to all students.

Feedback from Students (email, anonymous feedback, and face to face feedback).

Students have expressed that they encountered difficulties in writing assessments and citing credible references for this Unit. This challenge is compounded by the fact that the subject designed to teach them these skills is scheduled for their second year. This feedback underscores the need to reconsider the curriculum structure or provide additional support in these areas earlier in the program. This could help ensure students are adequately equipped with the necessary skills from the outset of their academic journey.

The Unit Coordinators have proactively offered advice and guidance on writing techniques. Additionally, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) has provided crucial support concerning assessments. Plans are in place to engage in discussions with the School of Nursing, Midwifery, and Social Sciences to further address this matter. This collaborative approach aims to enhance our students' learning experience and academic success.