Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Nursing (Public Health)
Duration : 48 Months.
University : Lincoln University College
Level : Bachelor
Our program, BSc (Hons) in Nursing (Public Health) is designed for nurses interested to gain a professional qualification in health visiting, occupational health nursing or school nursing. The program proposes registered nurses a prospect to enhance their knowledge and extend their skills to enhance health. This course is appropriate for qualified nurses with a dedication to prevention and health advancement and evidence-based practice in a civic setting. They are enabled in acquiring their knowledge and competences to enhance the provision of health care, by employing appropriate theory, research, and support, to reflect modern perceptions.
Programme Aim
The program aims to make sure that students are trained to promote health and social well-being through the accomplishment of the standards of proficiency of dedicated public health nursing. The course also concentrates on understanding and encouraging people in building a healthy lifestyle, as well as enhancing and protecting health in the public and private sectors.
Career Opportunities
Public Health Practitioner
Health Improvement Practitioner
Data Analyst
Health Campaign Manager
Intake
September
Entry Requirements
In order to be eligible for the course of study in Health Sciences candidates should have fulfilled the relevant minimum qualifications indicated under one of the following three categories.
Category (1)
(a) Sri Lankan GCE AL: A minimum of 3 "S" passes in the approved AL subjects including Biology and Chemistry
OR
(b) Cambridge/Edexcel AL: A minimum of 3 "E" passes including Biology and Chemistry.
OR
(c) Sat for GCE AL in Biosystems Technology stream including Biosystems Technology and Science for Technology plus successful completion of Lincoln Foundation in Science and Engineering (10 months)
Category (2)
Those without 3 AL passes as indicated in category (1) (a) OR (1)(b) but sat for AL examination in Biology stream AND successful completion of Lincoln Foundation in Science and Engineering (6 month)
Category (3)
GCE OL 6 passes including Maths and successful completion of Lincoln Foundation in Science and Engineering (12 months)
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Health Science Top up for registration at 3rd year:
Pearson Higher National Diploma/SQA Advanced Diploma or any other Diploma in relevant field to be considered on case by basis in consultation with Lincoln University
Module line up
Anatomy, Physiology & Biochemistry
Parasitology, Microbiology &Immunology
Public Health Nursing
Communication and Counseling in PHN
Nutrition
Pharmacology
Personal and Professional development
Sociology and Psychology in PHN
Ethics and law
Anatomy & Physiology for Midwifery
Antepartum
Intrapartum
Postpartum
CP 1 – antepartum
CP 2 - intrapartum & postpartum
Obstetric Complication & Emergencies
Care of Newborn/ Neonatal
Pharmacology
Pediatric nursing
CP3 - Newborn & Pediatric
Primary Health Care
Maternal and Child Health
Reproductive Health
Adolescent Health
School Health
Research Methodology
Statistics
Epidemiology in Public Health
Clinical Practice 3
CP4 – Primary Health Care
CP5 – Adolescent health
CP6– Reproductive health
CP7 – School health
CP8 - MCH
Leadership Skills and Human Relation
Population in special groups (Vulnerable populations)
Environmental and Occupational health nursing
Gerontology Nursing
Leadership & Management in Public Health Nursing
Wellness & Health promotion
Research Project A
Contemporary Issues in Public Health Nursing
Research Project B
Community Services
CP9-Population in special groups/Vulnerable Population
CP10-Environmental and Occupational Health Nursing
CP11-Gerontology Nursing
CP12-Leadership & Management in Public Health Nursing
CP13-Wellness & health promotion