Mainly exam based for nursing ?
Hi, I have posted on here in the past mainly about the maths expectancies of the nursing degree. I am still considering transferring from my degree to Learning Disability Nursing.
My current degree is purely course work based and any exams are ‘open book’, I’ve always struggled with exams. Having researched more about the nursing degree it looks like it’s mainly exam based with maths, science and OSCIS. I don’t know if I’m up for the pressure unfortunately. It’s such a shame as I work in a home for children with disabilities and I love the job, however I don’t think I could prove my abilities through examinations. I have recently been diagnosed with dyslexia, and that makes a lot of sense now, as my working memory is not that great.
Thank you for reading x
My current degree is purely course work based and any exams are ‘open book’, I’ve always struggled with exams. Having researched more about the nursing degree it looks like it’s mainly exam based with maths, science and OSCIS. I don’t know if I’m up for the pressure unfortunately. It’s such a shame as I work in a home for children with disabilities and I love the job, however I don’t think I could prove my abilities through examinations. I have recently been diagnosed with dyslexia, and that makes a lot of sense now, as my working memory is not that great.
Thank you for reading x
(edited 1 year ago)
Reply 1
It depends on where you decide to study.
Different courses have different assessment strategies.
I’m doing Adult Nursing at LSBU in my first year:
1 module had an exam online,
1 module had an assessment workbook (five tests completed within a six week period -online)
Drug calculations online test
Epad for placement activities
1 assignment
Different courses have different assessment strategies.
I’m doing Adult Nursing at LSBU in my first year:
1 module had an exam online,
1 module had an assessment workbook (five tests completed within a six week period -online)
Drug calculations online test
Epad for placement activities
1 assignment
Reply 2
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If you have a diagnosis of dyslexia then you should be able to apply for reasonable adjustments in your assessments.
As Dave has said above, a variety of approaches to assessment are used: exams, OSCE/ISCEs, written essays, presentations, poster presentations etc. What’s used varies on the university, but there’s usually a decent spread of things.
As Dave has said above, a variety of approaches to assessment are used: exams, OSCE/ISCEs, written essays, presentations, poster presentations etc. What’s used varies on the university, but there’s usually a decent spread of things.
Reply 3
Original post by moonkatt
If you have a diagnosis of dyslexia then you should be able to apply for reasonable adjustments in your assessments.
As Dave has said above, a variety of approaches to assessment are used: exams, OSCE/ISCEs, written essays, presentations, poster presentations etc. What’s used varies on the university, but there’s usually a decent spread of things.
As Dave has said above, a variety of approaches to assessment are used: exams, OSCE/ISCEs, written essays, presentations, poster presentations etc. What’s used varies on the university, but there’s usually a decent spread of things.
Moonkat is correct. There is support for students with dyslexia. This usually includes study skills and a range of adjustments.
It’s important to disclose these to the university to apply for disabled students allowance. The team at your university will be placex to guide on the support they’re able to offer.
I suffer with chronic pain, and recieve disabled students allowance. At LSBU I have felt really supported by the academic team and the support staff. So I’m sure wherever your studying will be prepared to do the same.
Both courses are regulated by different professional bodies. I think it’s important that you look up their requirements or at least have a good discussion with a university admissions.
Reply 4
EJD13
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Thank you both for your replies. I think I need to speak with the university to get a better idea.
Reply 5
Original post by EJD13
Hi, I have posted on here in the past mainly about the maths expectancies of the nursing degree. I am still considering transferring from my degree to Learning Disability Nursing.
My current degree is purely course work based and any exams are ‘open book’, I’ve always struggled with exams. Having researched more about the nursing degree it looks like it’s mainly exam based with maths, science and OSCIS. I don’t know if I’m up for the pressure unfortunately. It’s such a shame as I work in a home for children with disabilities and I love the job, however I don’t think I could prove my abilities through examinations. I have recently been diagnosed with dyslexia, and that makes a lot of sense now, as my working memory is not that great.
Thank you for reading x
My current degree is purely course work based and any exams are ‘open book’, I’ve always struggled with exams. Having researched more about the nursing degree it looks like it’s mainly exam based with maths, science and OSCIS. I don’t know if I’m up for the pressure unfortunately. It’s such a shame as I work in a home for children with disabilities and I love the job, however I don’t think I could prove my abilities through examinations. I have recently been diagnosed with dyslexia, and that makes a lot of sense now, as my working memory is not that great.
Thank you for reading x
Hi there 👋, as said previously, it completely depends on where you study as different universities run nursing courses their own individual way. Most universities will have a mixed approach. They will use exams, assignments, and practical work.
Feel free to check our blog on revision tips for exams:
https://wrexham.ac.uk/blog/posts/five-top-tips-for-revision/
Hope this helps.
Hannah - 1st Year Mental Health Nursing student
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