Practice Learning and Student Support

You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.

The 15 credit Practice Learning and Student Support (PL+SS) top-up module is designed to enable a range of Allied Health Professionals (AHP) and Nursing and Midwifery (N&M) staff to enhance their knowledge and skills in being a student mentor/practice educator in their area of practice. It combines both multi-professional and generic learning, with some profession-specific content.

The module can be studied at level 6 (undergraduate level, UZYY38-15-3) or level 7 (Masters level, UZYY39-15-M). The module consists of seven units of learning. The module is completely online and requires self-directed learning.

On successful completion of the online module, you will be able to:

• explore the strengths and limitations of the Practice Educator role
• appraise and apply appropriate learning theories
• plan, implement and facilitate learning in the placement setting
• apply appropriate sound principles and judgement in the assessment of performance in the placement setting
• critically evaluate and reflect on the learning experience.

Entry requirements

You must be working in a relevant area of practice and have completed the Supporting Students in Practice non-credit bearing course.

Holders of the Community College Diploma (2/3 years) with an overall GPA of 2.7 out of 4 will be considered for undergraduate entry.

If you have studied the American High School Curriculum, please refer to the USA country page.

If you have studied A-levels or International Baccalaureate, further information on entry requirements can be found on our courses listings.

The requirements listed above are the minimum requirements for entrance to UWE Bristol, competitive courses may have higher requirements.

First check your eligibility, including English Language requirements. Then choose to apply in one of three ways:

1. Register and apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
2. Apply through one of our agents or representatives in your country.
3. Meet a representative at one of our regional offices.

Undergraduate applications for September 2022 courses are now closed. Applications for September 2023 will open in October.