NUR5033 Contemporary nursing in context 3
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
NUR5033 Contemporary nursing in context 3 is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units, leading on to 4 units in all.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before NUR5033
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After NUR5033
2 units list NUR5033 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in one of the following course codes: M6016
Overview
This unit examines foundations of knowledge for nursing and education for clinical practice. Knowledge generation through research, and the application and dissemination of that knowledge, are central themes of this unit.
The development of a research culture as the cornerstone of professional nursing is emphasized.
Research processes from various traditions are examined and their specific relevance to nursing in diverse practice settings is explored.
The significance of evidence-based nursing in the context of the contemporary health care environment is highlighted. As a key feature of this unit, knowledge transfer and translation is examined in primary, acute and rehabilitative settings.
Strategies for peer teaching and health promotion through teaching are developed through exploration of theoretical concepts and practical application in the classroom setting.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Critical appraisal (2,000 words)Written40%
- Plan (Development of a teaching plan) (2,000)Written25%
- Demonstration & personal reflection (teaching & evaluation of the prepared lesson plan) 3,500 wordsDemonstration35%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the concept of evidence-based practice (EBP) and its application to nursing practice
- 2
Discuss the ethical principles underpinning the research process
- 3
Critically analyse the philosophical underpinnings, methodologies and principles of research relevant to nursing practice
- 4
Analyse the concept of knowledge generation in professional nursing through the critique of research
- 5
Identify strategies for the translation of research evidence and its application to nursing practice.
- 6
Recommend strategies for the dissemination of knowledge to facilitate improved health outcomes
- 7
Critique theories of teaching and learning
- 8
Apply evidence-based educational practices to plan, design and deliver a teaching session using EBP in health care
- 9
Evaluate the effectiveness of a teaching session through reflection on practice
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Yaping Zhong
- Unit Coordinators
- Yaping Zhong
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for NUR5033?
NUR5033 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after NUR5033?
NUR5033 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including NUR5006 and NUR5007. Those lead on to 4 units in all.
When is NUR5033 offered?
In 2026, NUR5033 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does NUR5033 have an exam?
No. NUR5033 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.