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Length of module

5 days

Cost

£997

Academic credits and level

15 credits at level 6 or 7

Entry requirements

Applicants should currently be caring for patients with cancer

Course summary

This module will provide students with a comprehensive overview of current lung cancer management.  Highlighting the sociological context of lung cancer, students will critically explore the support strategies and interventions available for lung cancer patients and their families

This module is in association with:

  • Key topics
    OPEN
    • Diagnosis, investigation and staging
    • Symptom management
    • Politics, power and policy
    • Supporting patients in decisions about treatment
    • Treating options in lung cancer
    • Lung cancer and stigma
  • Dates
    OPEN
    • 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 May 2020
  • Assessment
    OPEN

    Level 6: 2,000 word essay
    Level 7: 3,000 word essay

  • Student support
    OPEN

    Tutorials with the module leader or personal tutor are available if students require additional help with the planning and writing of their assignments. Email and telephone support is also available from the module leader/personal tutor. 

    The Royal Marsden School uses an online environment called Moodle which students must access during their studies to support and enhance our courses. The site provides resources and communication tools. All students will be provided with a username and password to access module specific sections as well as general learning support such as study skills and library resources. Students also have access to the David Adams Library and Electronic Resource Centre.

  • Related pathways
    OPEN

    This stand-alone module also forms part of these pathways:

    • BSc (Hons) in Cancer Practice
    • BSc (Hons) Supportive and Palliative Care
    • Graduate Diploma in Cancer Practice
    • Graduate Diploma in Supportive and Palliative Care
    • MSc Cancer Care: Advanced Practice
    • MSc Cancer Care
    • Postgraduate Diploma Cancer Care: Advanced Practice
    • Postgraduate Diploma Cancer Care
    • Postgraduate Certificate Cancer Care
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