PE4S135 - Initial Management of the Infertile Couple 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2031 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Initial Management of the Infertile Couple | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Allied Health and Chiropractic | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Clinical Services | ||
| Module Leader: | Karl New | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | 2030 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100260 - healthcare science | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2031 |
Module Aims
Synthesise advanced knowledge to develop and critically evaluate comprehensive investigation and management strategies for couples presenting with fertility issues, considering psychosocial factors and ethical implications.
Content Summary
Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
Topics may include:
Defining infertility
Counselling of the infertile couple and communication skills
Referral to fertility services
Recurrent miscarriages 1
Recurrent miscarriages 2
Genetics and genetic counselling
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 40 |
| Seminars | 40 |
| Problem/Challenge-based Learning | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Design and critically evaluate management strategies for a variety of infertility scenarios, from initial presentation to appropriate referral, demonstrating advanced clinical decision-making skills. |
| LO2 | Critically analyse and develop diagnostic and investigative approaches for recurrent miscarriages and genetic factors in diverse clinical settings, synthesising current research findings. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Self Reflective Assessment 1 | A personal record of a student’s learning experiences. It requires students to record and reflect upon their observations and responses to situations, which can then be used later to explore and analyse ways of thinking and being in context. Generally involves critical diaries, learning logs and written / visual journals. Learna: Reflective journal. | 0 | 600 | 10 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 1 | A detailed analysis of a topic, involving some original research undertaken by the candidate who makes use of data and/or primary sources. Learna: Completion of an individual/group task related to Initial Management of the Infertile Couple. | 0 | 1000 | 20 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Case study 1 | A concentrated inquiry into a single case or subject. Learna: Case-based scenarios and a discussion forum related to Initial Management of the Infertile Couple. | 0 | 2500 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | Assessment to be completed in a specific timescale, which is neither an invigilated examination nor a piece of coursework. To be completed over an extended period (e.g. a 2-hour task to be completed within 48 hours, or a 24-hour assessment). Learna: End of module 1-hour Case-based Multiple-choice Examination related to Initial Management of the Infertile Couple to be completed within a 10-day period. | 60 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Self Reflective Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case study 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |