Course Code: GA880 (Standard Applicants) Graduate Profile
GA881 (Mature Applicants)
NQAI level: 8, Places: 40
Course Duration: Four years
Bachelor of Science (honours) in
General Nursing
Thomas Hogan. Graduate 2007
‘‘The B.Sc. (honours) in General Nursing at GMIT in Castlebar offered a variety
Additional entry requirements
of different settings through which the development of new skills and
Standard level 8 entry requirements including a laboratory science subject (Biology,
knowledge required to practice as a nurse could be achieved. This course
Chemistry, Physics, Physics and Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science).
provided a platform to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the
Why study General Nursing?
classroom settings to experiences from the many different clinical placements.
General nursing involves caring for people of all ages both in hospital and
With interesting subjects and enthusiastic staff the learning process was both
community settings. This course involves the study of theoretical and practice-
enjoyable and challenging.
based subjects related to nursing. It combines classroom teaching and taught
placements in a variety of clinical and non-clinical settings throughout the
The B.Sc. (honours) General Nursing Programme offered me the expertise to
Mayo/Roscommon region. On occasion students may be on placement in other
take care of patients in a wide range of disciplines. It also prepared me for
areas. There are theory, practice and a combination of theory and practice modules.
the role of educator, consultant, administrator, and researcher. I learned how
to engage in research and use research findings in my practice. The lecturers
Students will undertake a 36-week internship in their final year of study during
provided me with a high standard of education which has helped me to
which they will gain clinical experience as well as making a significant contribution
pursue further studies. The small class size in GMIT Castlebar means that you
to service. Weekly protected study time for students is a built in component of this
get individual attention and you have a supervisor throughout the four years
experience. Students will be paid a salary during their internship. Graduates are
of the course. This course allowed me to develop excellent interpersonal,
entitled to entry to the professional register of general nurses maintained by An
written and oral communication skills.
Bord Altranais.
Course Modules
The lecturers are very friendly and supportive of student learning. During
Biological and Related Sciences.
clinical placements I worked as part of the interdisciplinary team and was
Social Sciences.
guided by a preceptor who provided advice and expertise. You also have the
Fundamental Nursing Practice.
potential to act as a patient’s advocate. Overall I really enjoyed the course
Personal and Professional Development.
and would recommend it to everyone.’’
Health Promotion & Research Studies.
Clinical Practice Placement.
Computer Applications. (Year 1)
Career Opportunities
Graduates can apply to practice as Registered General Nurses at Staff Nurse Grade
in the Irish health care sector. They are also eligible to apply for registration as
nurses throughout the EU and may seek promotional opportunities into Clinical
Nursing, Nursing Management or Nursing Education.
Other Essential Information
◆There is a 36 week internship included in the four year programme
◆ Please refer to “Nursing, a career for you” available from
ncc@nursingboard.ie.
Follow-on Studies
Graduates who wish to pursue a career in a specialist nursing practice can apply
for postgraduate courses in these specific areas. Alternatively, graduates may
choose to pursue postgraduate studies in nursing education or nursing
management.
Contact: Kathleen Taheny-Murphy
Tel: 094-9043193 / 3141 E-mail:
Kathleen.Taheny@gmit.ie
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