PE4S269 - Diabetes 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Diabetes | ||
| 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: | MAR 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| 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 | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
? To enable participants to critically analyse the underlying mechanisms and contributing factors inthe development of different types of diabetes.
? To equip participants with advanced skills in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of diabetes mellitus, considering individual patient characteristics and evidence-based guidelines.
? To promote a multidisciplinary approach to diabetes care, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient support.
Content Summary
The Diabetes module of the Postgraduate Certificate in Metabolic Medicine provides an in-depth exploration of diabetes mellitus, encompassing type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical presentations, and complications of diabetes. The module emphasises evidence-based approaches to the diagnosis, management, and prevention of diabetes, with a focus on optimising patient outcomes.
Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
? Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes
? Lifestyle Management in Diabetes
? Pharmacotherapy for Diabetes
? Complications and Comorbidities of Diabetes
? Diabetes in Special Populations
? Technological Advances in Diabetes
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 100 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically evaluate the evidence relating to the diagnosis, treatment and management of diabetes, applying a systematic understanding of these principles to a variety of settings. |
| LO2 | Critically implement evidence-based strategies into a range of scenarios within current clinical practice, to support and inform the prevention, detection and management of diabetes. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Time-constrained assessment (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 Diabetes, to be completed within a 10-day period. | 60 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| 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 diabetes care. | 0 | 1000 | 20 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Case study 1 | A concentrated inquiry into a single case or subject. Learna Case-based scenarios and discussion forum related to diabetes care. | 0 | 2400 | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Self Reflective Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case study 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |