Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction: Paediatric and Adult
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
This module aims to develop your specialist knowledge and skills in paediatric and adult continence dysfunction within primary, secondary and care settings (care homes, nurseries, and early years settings). It will provide insight into continence exploring minimum standards of care, what service provision looks like and working within current guidance and standards. Those who have an interest in continence care or are already working within a Paediatric or Adult continence setting.
Upon completion, you may wish to continue your study with us on a Masters programme. You will receive high-quality teaching from friendly, supportive and enthusiastic staff, many of whom are clinically and research-active. This module will cover normal anatomy and physiology and assessment of bladder and bowel dysfunction to develop an understanding of pathological, physical, and psychological aspects when assessing patients.
Whilst the underpinning theory and fundamental principles remain the same, it is important to have an understanding of key issues from across the lifespan, for example helping with transition as a child goes into adulthood.
Key highlights
- Specialist knowledge of paediatric and adult continence dysfunction
- Covers primary, secondary and care settings including nurseries and care homes
- Explores minimum standards of care, service provision and current guidance
- Assessment of pathological, physical and psychological aspects of dysfunction
- Lifespan focus, including transition from childhood into adulthood
- Taught by staff who are clinically and research-active
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Continence Nurse Specialist
- Paediatric Continence Nurse
- Community Nurse
- Specialist Nurse Practitioner
- Care Home Nurse
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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