Course coordinator
Dr Susan Nunan
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Nursing, Midwifery & Social Wk
This course is the first of four clinical courses in the MNursSt which has the overall aim of developing students' competency in relation to the Australian National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse. In addition, students are expected to incorporate and display UQ graduate attributes in their practice. During the preceptored clinical experiences, students will have an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts and the interpersonal, clinical assessment and clinical intervention skills learnt in the weekly clinical skills sessions in this course. The focus of the clinical practice is to develop evidence based nursing care.
Students are required to engage in mandatory Clinical Based Learning (CBL) sessions and meet the clinical placement requirements integral to the course. In weekly CBL sessions, students will develop foundational assessment and practical skills essential for delivering safe, person-centred nursing care. During their supervised clinical placement, students will have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts, and the interpersonal, clinical assessment and clinical intervention skills learnt in the weekly clinical skills sessions. Students will possess a scope of practice and an understanding of the health care industry to a level that will allow them to enter the clinical setting as learners who are enquiring and fit for practice.
The course requires a minimum of 120 hours of clinical placement, spanning morning, afternoon, and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Given the importance of clinical placement, students are expected to prioritise these commitments over personal travel or holiday plans. Students are required to demonstrate ongoing progress and competency during clinical placements throughout the semester. Those needing additional support will receive guidance to enhance their skills. In cases where performance falls below expected standards, a tailored learning plan will be developed by the Practice Educator/Clinical Supervisor in consultation with the Course Coordinator. If concerns about a student's fitness to practice arise, withdrawal from the placement may be considered at the discretion of the Program Lead in consultation with the Head of School.
It is crucial for students to recognise that their conduct during clinical placements reflects the professionalism of the School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work at The University of Queensland. Therefore, maintaining professional presentation, communication, and behaviour, including adherence to uniform guidelines specified by NMSW placement protocols, is essential throughout the course.
Course requirements
Restrictions
MNursSt
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Susan Nunan
Mrs Elisha Dagger
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
The aim of this course is systematic preparation for clinical practice, developing in depth knowledge in clinical practice settings.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Utilise evidence-based information to develop clinical skills in simulated and clinical environments, at a novice level.
LO2.
Practice legal, ethical, cultural and professional principles within the scope of a student nurse when undertaking patient care and/or performing clinical responsibilities.
LO3.
Demonstrate critical thinking and reasoning when delivering, evaluating and reflecting on evidence-based care in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia competency domains at a novice level.
LO4.
Apply learned interpersonal, clinical assessment and clinical intervention skills in the planning and management of nursing care in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia competency domains at a novice level.
LO5.
Engage in effective verbal, non-verbal and written professional communication with patients and interdisciplinary team members in both traditional and digital healthcare environments.
LO6.
Establish therapeutic relationships with patients that are goal directed, patient centred and care focused within expected professional boundaries.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz |
Hand Hygiene Certificate
|
Pass/Fail |
4/03/2025 1:00 pm
It is mandatory to complete the online module and quiz and upload your Hand Hygiene completion certificate to Blackboard by the due date. |
| Quiz |
Medication Calculation Assessment
|
Pass/Fail |
25/03/2025 1:00 pm |
| Role play/ Simulation |
OSCA
|
Pass/Fail |
2/04/2025
Students will receive information from Instructor for the time of their OSCA assessment and the time that they need to arrive at TRI. |
| Placement |
Placement Preparation and Performance Assessment
|
Pass/Fail |
Due dates are dependent on allocated placement. See the NURS7124 BlackBoard site, Assessment Tab for more details regarding this assessment and submission date. |
| Placement |
Clinical Placement Completion
|
Pass/Fail |
Due dates are dependent on the allocated placement. See the NURS7124 Blackboard site, Assessment Tab for more details regarding this assessment and submission date. |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Hand Hygiene Certificate
- Hurdle
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
4/03/2025 1:00 pm
It is mandatory to complete the online module and quiz and upload your Hand Hygiene completion certificate to Blackboard by the due date.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
Hand hygiene is a fundamental nursing skill and essential to safe patient care. When performed correctly, effective hand hygiene contributes to the prevention of healthcare-associated infection and improved patient safety. The aim of this assessment is to evaluate students' knowledge and understanding of effective, evidence-based hand hygiene practices that health care workers must implement when working in healthcare facilities and providing clinical care. Successful completion of this assessment is defined as achieving 100% in the quiz at the end of the module and submitting the Hand Hygiene completion certificate to Blackboard by the due date. See the NURS7124 Blackboard site, Assessment tab for more details regarding this assessment.
Hurdle requirements
This assessment must be successfully completed to be eligible to pass NURS7124. Students who fail to complete the assessment will have their clinical placement cancelled/ceased and will be unable pass the course.Submission guidelines
Students are to upload the certificate via the Blackboard assessment link by the due date and time.
You have unlimited attempts to complete the assessment, but the certificate must be submitted by the due date. Ensure the certificate is current and bears a current completion date.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Students who do not submit this assessment by the due date will receive a fail grade for this course.
Medication Calculation Assessment
- Hurdle
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
25/03/2025 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L03, L04
Task description
This assessment will examine your knowledge regarding medication safety which includes medication calculations and the “rights” of medication administration. The link to the required medication safety exams will be available via the course Blackboard site:
- Medication Rights Customised Assessment #1
- Medication Calculations Culstomised Assessment #1
Students are required to achieve 100% accuracy for the nominated medication safety exams. While there is the opportunity for ongoing repeat attempts at the exams, 100% accuracy must be achieved.
Any students unable to achieve 100% accuracy by the due date will not proceed to clinical placement. Students unsuccessful in the assessment attempt will be informed via their UQ email of the requirements and due date of the second attempt. Students are to refer to the course Blackboard site Assessment tab for additional details.
Students must undertake and be successful in their medication safety exam. This must be completed prior to undertaking medication administration.
Medication administration under direct RN supervision is an expected scope of practice for all undergraduate students.
Hurdle requirements
Students must achieve 100% to successfully pass the assessment item. Students unable to achieve a successful result on the assessment will receive a fail grade for the course.Submission guidelines
Students are to upload the completed medication safety certificates via the Blackboard assessment link. See the NURS7124 Blackboard site, Assessment tab for more details regarding this assessment.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Students who do not submit this assessment by the due date will receive a fail grade for this course.
OSCA
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Role play/ Simulation
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
2/04/2025
Students will receive information from Instructor for the time of their OSCA assessment and the time that they need to arrive at TRI.
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
The Objective Structured Clinical Assessment (OSCA) will assess the application of foundational nursing skills: vital sign assessment and oral medication calculations and administration. The OSCAs will be conducted in the CBL rooms at the TRI building during the timetabled Workshop Session (WKS2 on timetable) in Week 6. The OSCA case scenario will be made available to students via the course Blackboard site prior to the OSCA date. Please refer the NURS7124 Blackboard site for additional details related to this assessment.
Students must attend their allocated OCSA and present in accordance to the UQ NMWS uniform policy to be permitted to undertake the OSCA. Students must also present their UQ Student ID card at the time of the assessment as this is an identity verified assessment. This must be the physical Student ID card; photos or electronic versions will not be accepted.
Hurdle requirements
Students must successfully pass this assessment to be eligible to pass the course overall.Submission guidelines
Refer to the assessment task sheet located on th eNURS7124 Blackboard site.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Placement Preparation and Performance Assessment
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Written
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
Due dates are dependent on allocated placement. See the NURS7124 BlackBoard site, Assessment Tab for more details regarding this assessment and submission date.
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
An expectation of this course is satisfactorily meeting the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) Registered Nurse Standards for Practice while practicing under the scope of a first year, first semester Master of Nursing Studies student. The course requires successful completion of 120 hours of clinical placement. The following elements needed to be completed in order to evidence Clinical Placement Preparation and Performance:
1. Placement Readiness Plan
Within the first two days of clinical placement students will develop a Placement Plan (completed via ePAD). The overall aim of the placement plan is to support you to develop agency in your learning and consider how to integrate learning and feedback between different contexts. Through completing placement plans iteratively, you demonstrate your ability to take initiative to prepare for placement and review previous assessments to identify gaps or challenges which need further work as you progress towards working as a registered nurse. Information on how to complete your Placement Plan will be provided to you prior to starting placement.
2. Clinical Skills Assessment
Within the first half of your clinical placement (prior to your Formative ANSAT) you will select one foundational clinical skill and demonstrate it to your Buddy RN or Clinical Facilitator. You will demonstrate your ability to safely undertake this activity, and request feedback on your performance via ePAD. Information on how to complete your Clinical Skills Assessment will be provided to you prior to starting placement.
3. Self-evaluation of Nursing Standards of Practice
Immediately prior to undertaking your Formative ANSAT you will self-evaluate your performance against the NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice (completed via ePAD). The aim of this task is to support your ability to evaluate your own performance through making comparisons of your work to that of your peers, supervisors and to the descriptions in the rubric. Through iterative engagement with the standards of practice, you will demonstrate your ability to actively seek and action feedback information and to persist despite the emotional challenges associated with engaging in constructive feedback. Information on how to complete your self-evaluation will be provided to you prior to starting placement.
4. Feedback and Action Plan
Immediately following your Formative ANSAT you will reflect on the feedback you have received and identify areas for improvement (completed via ePAD). The purpose of this task is to assess your capacity for self-reflection and ability to process feedback from various sources, to deeply engage with your level of knowledge and professional skills. Through reviewing your completed Formative ANSAT in ePAD, you will demonstrate your ability for accurate self-evaluation and showcase your proficiency in monitoring professional and clinical development over time, reflect on achievements, and identify areas for further growth. Information on how to complete this activity will be provided to you prior to starting placement.
Students are to refer to the "Assessment" tab located within the NURS7124 Blackboard site for further details and specifications of the assessment item.
Please note: falsification of any information pertaining to placement attendance or performance will be considered a breach of the UQ Student Code of Conduct Policy 3.60.01 (https://ppl.app.uq.edu.au/content/3.60.01-student-code-conduct).
Hurdle requirements
Completing and passing this assessment is required to be eligible to pass the course.Submission guidelines
This assessment item is required to be entered into ePAD and signed off by your Clinical Facilitator or Buddy RN.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Students who do not submit this assessment by the due date will receive a fail for this course.
Clinical Placement Completion
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Placement
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
Due dates are dependent on the allocated placement. See the NURS7124 Blackboard site, Assessment Tab for more details regarding this assessment and submission date.
- Other conditions
- Work integrated learning.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
This final assessment requires students to demonstrate successful completion of clinical placement and attainment of Scope of Practice for NURS7124. Demonstrated capability in clinical practice commensurate with the NURS7124 Course Learning Objectives evidenced by successful completion and submission of the Formative and Summative Australian Nursing Standards Assessment Tool (ANSAT).
There are three (3) parts to this assessment:
Part 1 - Formative ANSAT
- Must be completed and submitted via ePAD mid placement after approx. 60 hours of placement.
- Must be signed by Buddy RN/Preceptor or PPE/Clinical Supervisor.
- All sections must be completed (scores and comments).
- Students must receive a score of 3 or above on every criteria to pass.
Please note: Submitting the formative ANSAT mid-placement will ensure students who have not met the passing requirements (scores of 3 and above) can be supported with a Practice Learning Plan through to the end of placement.
Part 2 - Summative ANSAT
- Must be completed on your last or second-to-last shift and submitted via ePAD by the end of placement.
- Must be signed by Buddy RN/Preceptor or PPE/Clinical Supervisor.
- All sections must be completed (scores and comments).
- Students must receive a score of 3 or above on every criteria to pass. (Any scores of 2 or below at this final assessment means that a student has not achieved passing requirements for this course.)
Part 3 - Timesheet
Successful completion of 120 hours of clinical placement within the rostered timeframe advised by the Clinical Placements Unit.
The completed timesheet must demonstrate all required hours of clinical placement (120 hours), undertaken within the rostered timeframe as advised by the Clinical Placement Unit.
The Clinical Practicum Timesheet must be signed off by the student's Registered Nurse Preceptor / UQ Practice Educator, every shift via a declaration in MyProgress ePAD.
Additional information
- All attendances and absences to be recorded within ePAD.
- All ANSAT documents to be officially completed within ePAD for submission.
- Falsification of documentation (e.g. ePAD, medical records) will be deemed a serious breach of scope of practice and codes of conduct resulting in immediate withdrawal from placement and a fail grade awarded.
Hurdle requirements
Students must pass this assessment to be eligible to pass the course.Submission guidelines
Students are to submit clinical hours, formative and summative ANSATs via ePAD.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Students who do not submit this assessment by the due date will receive a fail grade for this course.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Pass/Fails | Description |
|---|---|
| P |
Course grade description: The summative assessment items in this course are Pass/Fail. Students who demonstrate competence in applying knowledge in nursing practice and successfully complete all their assessment items will be awarded a Pass. All items of assessment must be completed, submitted and passed by the student in order to pass this course. |
| F |
Course grade description: The summative assessment items in this course are Pass/Fail. Students who do not demonstrate competence in applying knowledge in nursing practice and do not successfully complete all their assessment items will be awarded a Fail. Unable to demonstrate competence in applying knowledge in Nursing practice. Does not adhere to expected scope of practice. Undertakes medication preparation, dispensing or administration without direct supervision of Registered Nurse. Does not complete the clinical hours required in this course within the designated, rostered period. Does not complete, submit and pass all items of assessment in this course. Does not meet the terms of the Placement Learning Plan. |
Additional course grading information
Completion of Assessments: To pass this subject student must meet the attendance requirements, submit all pieces of work by the assigned due dates, and achieve a pass grade on all assessments (inclusive of a satisfactory grade for clinical placement).
Consequences: Failure to meet this requirement can result in the student not being assigned a clinical placement and therefore not being eligible to pass the subject
Applying for an extension
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved.
Information about applying for an extension can be found on my.UQ.
Extension guidelines
- Extension requests should be submitted prior to the assessment deadline.
- Extension requests must state the due date and the due time of the assessment.
- Requests for extensions received after the assessment item submission due date may not be approved. Late requests must include evidence of the reasons for the late request.
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of illness or disruption caused by the exceptional circumstances and will typically be no more than 2 weeks in duration.
- Students on a Student Access Plan (SAP) with a clause on extension requests must still adhere to the extensions request policy outlined. Students need to attach the SAP and a note outlining their current situation with the online extension application. A maximum of 7 days will be granted for applications on the basis of an SAP. An extension request beyond 7 days will require additional supporting information as this request will not be considered on the basis of the SAP, but rather additional events (whether they relate to the circumstances of the SAP or not).
Outcome of application
- Extension requests are generally processed within 2 working days. Students can see the outcome of their application by logging in to my.UQ.
- Appeals against a refusal of an extension should be lodged through the Student Grievance Resolution process outlined on my.UQ.
Penalties for late submission
- Please note for pass/fail assessment there is no daily loss of marks. Assessment that is submitted late is given zero marks
Academic Integrity and Generative AI
Submitting work that has previously been assessed, either partially or in its entirety, by a student for another course is a violation of Academic Integrity Standardsﾠ
- The use of AI sources for any assessment item in this course is strictly prohibited. If AI is found to have been utilised in an assessment item for this course, it will be reported to the Academic Integrity committee for further investigation.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is not available for this course.
There is no supplementary assessment available for this course.
Additional assessment information
All pieces of assessment must be submitted with a pass grade to be eligible to pass this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Students will be provided with access to an online platform to practice and develop safety in medication administration. This will be accessed through Blackboard.
Students are provided with a UQ email account and must monitor the account regularly (daily) whilst enrolled at UQ. Please see Policy 6.20.04 and in particular section 3.2 Student and Alumni Email for information regarding the appropriate use of email.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 10 |
Practical |
Clinical Based Learning Clinical Based Learning (CBL) located at the Translational Research Institute (TRI) Building on the Princess Alexandra Hospital site. CBLs are weekly, small group clinical skills classes held in a simulated ward setting. Students will have the opportunity to learn and practice clinical skills in a simulated setting. CBL runs from Week 1 through to Week 10. A scenario based clinical skills assessment (OSCA) will be undertaken in Week 6. Attendance at CBLs is a mandatory requirement and students must attend 100% of allocated CBLs. Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04, L05 |
Week 1 (24 Feb - 02 Mar) |
Lecture |
Orientation to Course The lecture provides an introduction to this clinical practice course. You will be introduced to what is involved in Clinical Based Learning (CBL) and clinical placements. Expectations for CBL and clinical placements will be explained (e.g., preparation, attendance, uniform and footwear requirements). Assessment requirements and performance expectations for this course will also be discussed. Please see your timetable for details of your lecture date, time and venue. See also the NURS7124 Blackboard site for more details about this Lecture. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 7 (07 Apr - 13 Apr) |
Lecture |
Preparation for Practice Prior to the commencing placement, this lecture aims to give students direction on what to expect in terms of clinical placement and assessment associated with clinical placement. Please see your timetable for details of your lecture date, time and venue. See also the NURS7124 Blackboard site for more details about this Lecture. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Multiple weeks From Week 11 To Week 13 |
Placement |
Clinical Placement Clinical placement at teaching hospitals and health institutions. Details on each student's clinical placement will vary depending on the assigned clinical placement site. Placement details will be distributed by the NMSW Clinical Placement Team and general placement information will be posted on the NURS7124 Blackboard site. Please note some placement may be allocated outside of semester dates and this placement allocation depends largely on what is provided to UQ. Clinical placement attendance is a mandatory requirement and students must achieve a passing result and complete minimum of 120 hours of clinical placement. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Additional learning activity information
Clinical Placement
Students are expected to complete 100% of their allocated placement hours to meet the course learning outcomes and be eligible for a pass.
Clinical placements must complete within the rostered timeframe advised by the Practice Education Team. Clinical placements may occur during public holidays as well as during the Mid-Semester Break (please refer to your allocated roster from the Practice Education Team).
Students will be required to participate in hospital/corporate mandatory credentialling and other relevant learning opportunities including online modules. Some clinical placement sites will also require student attendance at orientation sessions. Please refer to the Nursing & Midwifery Practice Education (Clinical Placements) Blackboard site.
It is an inherent requirement of the Master of Nursing Studies degree to complete supernumerary professional placements in a range of clinical areas over the duration of the degree. Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes. The Inherent Requirements Student Placement Declaration form must be completed on enrolment to the course when preferencing or completing attendance placement documentation in InPlace. Should a student’s circumstances change throughout the course of the semester please contact the course convenor to discuss the implications of these changes for your clinical placement.
Compliance Statement
Students are responsible for meeting all pre-placement mandatory requirements before the due date. In 2025, you must upload all compliance requirements communicated to you by the HMBS Placement Ready team by Monday 3.3.25. You will not receive confirmation of your placement location until you are fully compliant with mandatory requirements. The final date by which students MUST be compliant for NURS7124 is Monday 28.4.25 at 1300 hours (1pm). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in no clinical placement allocation. If students do not meet the final compliance deadline they will no longer be eligible to undertake clinical placement and no further clinical placement allocation will occur. In these instances students are advised to withdraw from the course before the academic census date.
Absenteeism from Clinical Placement
Clinical placement shifts are compulsory components of the Master of Nursing Studies program. On the occasion that you are unable to attend clinical placements due to exceptional circumstances, you must follow the instructions outlined in the Attendance and absence procedure and InPlace guide - please see the document in Nursing & Midwifery Practice Education (Clinical Placements) Blackboard site. You must also ensure you notify your ward, Practice Educator and Clinical Course Coordinator of your absence.
Please note:
- Students are not authorised to arrange their own shifts
- Deferred clinical placements may be scheduled out of semester. A deferred clinical placement, like a deferred examination, is the final offering for student to completed clinical placement requirements to meet the course outcomes and be eligible to pass.
- Students are not able to defer a deferred placement offering.
- If there is a clash with a scheduled clinical placement shift and an exam, students are to contact the Practice Education Team and the relevant subject coordinator immediately to discuss arrangements.
Unsafe practice during clinical placement:
A decision of unsafe clinical performance is made when a student's performance places a patient/client, a patient’s/client's family, staff members, themselves, or fellow students at risk. If students practice in a way that is deemed unsafe or breaches the relevant scope of practice during their clinical placement they will be asked to leave the placement and a fail grade will be awarded for the course.
Professional manner during professional placement:
Students must always conduct themselves professionally during professional placement. Unprofessional behaviour may lead to a learning support plan, immediate removal from the clinical placement, or termination of the placement. This could result in non-academic misconduct and a failing grade in the associated subject.
Scope of Practice
Students must adhere to the NURS7124 Scope of Practice at all times while on clinical placement. This requirement addresses patient safety and students will be removed from placement or risk failing the course if working outside their scope. Please refer to the guidelines in the Nursing & Midwifery Practice Education (Clinical Placements) Blackboard site.
Clinical Based Learning (CBL) Participation
CBL (Case-Based Learning) allows for the development of clinical skills and evidence-based practice.
- Preparation for each session is required so students understand the clinical theory and principles that support the practical components of clinical practice. Prior to attending CBL, students should complete the assigned readings, engage in course learning activities, including self-directed modules, and reflect on clinical practice.
- Each session is structured to support student learning and master of clinical skills required to provide care in the clinical settings. Students must actively participate in skills practice, discussions, and identification of learning needs, while receiving feedback from CBL Lecturers and peers.
- Attendance is mandatory for all CBL sessions.
Absenteeism from CBL
Students who miss CBL sessions due to exceptional circumstances, such as illness, injury, or participation in elite athlete programs, will be unable to achieve the required scope of practice and may fail the course. In the event of multiple absences from CBL classes, missing 20% or more of CBL sessions (2 or more CBLs) will result in an inability to meet the course objectives and the safe scope of practice required for clinical placement. Such students will receive a failing grade for the course. We strongly encourage students enrolling in this course to consider their ability to meet the requirements. If unable to do so, it is advisable to seek academic advice and consider withdrawing from the course before the census date. Students who miss a CBL session must notify the Course Coordinator as soon as possible. Students must follow-up by emailing a completed Absenteeism Form (available on NURS7124 Blackboard site) and supporting evidence, i.e. medical certificate / statutory declaration, within 48 hours of the missed CBL class. Please refer to my.UQ for a list of the acceptable reasons for absence from class.
Makeup for absence from CBL
Absence from a CBL session will require the student to attend a makeup CBL session. Upon receipt of the appropriate documentation you will be notified by the Course Coordinator of a time and location for your make-up CBL.
Face to Face Lecture series
It is an expectation of the course that students will attempt to attend all lecture sessions. However, when students are unable to attend lectures, they are recorded for student reference. Lecture sessions provide the opportunity for students to engage with fellow students and engage in the lecture series.
Social Media
Students are prohibited from posting any images of patients, clinical venues, or clinical documentation on social media. Students should also refrain from making comments related to clinical placement, UQ, or clinical venues that may violate University or institutional policies or guidelines or bring UQ into disrepute. Failure to comply with this policy will result in removal of the student(s) from placement, and a failing grade for this course.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
- Working with Children Policy
- Fitness to Practise Policy
- Vaccinations and Immunisation Procedure
- Work Integrated Learning and Work Experience Policy
Course guidelines
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work Assessment Guidelines
Please visit the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work website for information about assessment.
my.UQ, Examinations and Assessment: https://my.uq.edu.au/services/exams-and-assessment .
It is essential that students complete pre-placement Mandatory Requirements as outlined on the following web page: https://habs.uq.edu.au/prepare-your-nursing-and-midwifery-placement
Students must complete these in order to be eligible to attend placement.
Students must also comply with the 2025 Clinical Placement Guidelines and Inplace guide, mandatory preparation requirements and Scope of Practice Documents. Refer to the Nursing Practice Education (Clinical Placements) Blackboard site for details.
Attendance at all rostered clinical placement shifts is compulsory. If you are unable to attend, it is the student's responsibility to inform the Practice Educator / Clinical Facilitator and staff at the clinical placement site as soon as possible. Refer to the 2025 Clinical Placement Guidelines and Attendance and Absence Procedure for instructions if you are unable to attend placement.