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Name of studies: Nursing

Proponent and implementer of studies: Bjelovar University of Applied Sciences

Type of studies: Professional programme of study

Level of studies:  Graduate professional programme of study

Duration of studies: 2 years (IV semesters)

Overall number of ECTS credits: 120

Professional title acquired upon the completion of studies: Master of Nursing

Learning outcomes of the study program:

  • LO 1: Apply modern knowledge from the field of nursing in different contexts and cultural environments.
  • LO 2: Identify trends, dilemmas and issues in everyday nursing practice within the global context, respecting professional, moral, ethical and legal principles.
  • LO 3: Integrate knowledge of politics, organization and finance in improving service delivery and achieving optimal results in health care.
  • LO 4: Integrate modern, evidence-based knowledge in making decisions about patient care.
  • LO 5: Plan and manage human and material resources in complex work processes within the healthcare institution, applying proactive management principles.
  • LO 6: Propose public health programs that will contribute to public health while respecting global, national and local trends.
  • LO 7: Incorporate ethical principles into solving complex situations of advanced nursing practice and clinical research.
  • LO 8: Integrate the requirements of the quality and safety assurance system in health care in accordance with the relevant professional recommendations.
  • LO 9: Conduct research within the relevant scientific field using modern research methods and statistical tools.
  • LO 10: Assess the needs of the healthcare organization with the aim of choosing the best strategy for development, management, coordination and evaluation of the implemented activities.
  • LO 11: Plan advanced health care including identifying and meeting patients’ emotional and psychological needs, effective communication, counseling and education while respecting ethical guidelines and patients’ rights.
  • LO 12: Manage processes using modern information and communication technologies.
  • LO 13: Apply advanced communication principles respecting psychosocial and cultural factors.
  • LO 14: Evaluate the quality of health care in accordance with the principles of nursing care, standards and legal regulations.
  • LO 15: Apply modern requirements of effective teaching and didactic-methodical principles of organizing and conducting classes in formal and informal education programs.