•   Global epidemiology NU22PD03-3001 06.01.2025-05.06.2025  3 credits  (USS22F-V, ...) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The student:
    - has knowledge about epidemiology and relate it to different geographical areas and health risks specific for different areas
    - has knowledge about tropical diseases and their etiology
    - is aware of the modes of transmission, prevention, treatment and care related to extremely contagious diseases
    - know the diseases prevented by vaccination both nationally and internationally
    - has deeper understanding of preventive care and treatment at the most common national and global infectious diseases
    - has knowledge about the epidemiology of infectious diseases and tropical diseases
    - has knowledge of medical terminology and drug treatment in immunological conditions
    - have skills about guidance and preparation of vaccinations, knowledge about vaccination techniques and evaluation after a vaccination
    - have knowledge about vaccinations, advantages with vaccinations and side effects of vaccinations
    - understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases
    Prerequisites
    For DP in Nursing:
    NU22CN03 Practice: Medical Nursing Care
    NU22CN04: Practice: Surgical Nursing Care

    Education for nurse on the Swedish program:
    Basic Care
    Basics in care, Health-promoting care and Clinical care belong to Vocational studies
    VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care
    VÅV22PR02 Practice: Medical and Surgical Nursing Care 1
    VÅV22PR03 Practice: Medical and Surgical Nursing Care 2
    VÅV22PR06 Practice: Optional context 1
    Content of the study unit
    Epidemiology and relate it to different geographical areas and health risks specific for different areas
    Tropical diseases and their aetiology
    Modes of transmission, prevention, treatment and care related to extremely contagious diseases
    Vaccination both nationally and internationally
    Common national and global infectious diseases
    Epidemiology of infectious diseases and tropical diseases
    Medical terminology and drug treatment in immunological conditions
    Skills for vaccinations
    THL course about vaccinations
    By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected tropical diseases and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases and other communicable diseases. (https://kestavakehitys.fi/en/agenda2030/goal-3)
    https://kestavakehitys.fi/en/agenda2030/goal-10
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
    The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

    Assessment criteria for assignment:
    The student has followed the instructions and her/his knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential. The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
    The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views

    Assessment criteria for written assignment:
    The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
    The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

    Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
    The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
    The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar
    Further information
    Only for degree students
    The language of education is English

    The teaching is in English
    Examination tasks can be written in Swedish
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Camilla Mattjus

    Learning material

    All materials are found on Moodle

    Learning methods

    Online

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    06.01.2025 - 05.06.2025

    Enrollment date range

    02.12.2024 - 07.01.2025

    Group(s)
    • USS22F-V
    • USS22D-V
    • NU22D-V
    Seats

    0 - 50

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Anita Wikberg, Camilla Mattjus

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Nursing

    RDI share

    0.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    0.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    Examination includes three assignments and/or an online exam. Detailed instructions and guidelines are available on Moodle.

    Timing and attendance

    January - June 2025

    Student's schedule and workload

    3 credit points = 81h