- Return of marked work with feedback will normally be given up to 15 working days after the due date indicated. In exceptional circumstances where you experience a delay in receiving this then you will be informed by the tutor.
- The timetable for examinations will be available closer to the examination period.
Assessment Details
For the non-examination assessments provide
- Specifications of each assessment using the headings from the schedule above. Include instructions about specific assessment requirements (e.g. word count, demonstrations of work, etc).
- Full details of the marking criteria that will be used in marking assessments, including both generic marking criteria and specific marking schema. This should enable the student to see how their final mark was derived.
- Indicative details of the assessment to be completed in the event of referral.
- Indicative details of the nature and format of formative assessment
For further information around assessments, please refer to the Student Handbook.
Case study:
The student will be required to:
3000-word case study of an individual with an organic or affective disorder. The pass mark is 40%
Description of assessment
- Write a case study which identifies an individual whom they have cared for in practice with an organic or affective disorder and provide a brief rationale for their choice.
- Identify the signs, symptoms and causes of affective or organic disorders in relation to the individual identified.
- Draw on clinical and theoretical research evidence to discuss nursing assessment (& Risk) and evaluation of person centred, recovery oriented, nursing
interventions which address the individual’s biological, psychological and social needs.
- Discuss the role of the mental health nurse in the context of working in partnership across family, organisational, ethical, legal, cultural and professional
