Haematology/Oncology Nursing Practice

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
NURS 5044
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Course ID
207767
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course students will examine and consider concepts of haematology/oncology nursing practice that are essential for safe and effective patient outcomes. Students will learn about various practice-related issues within their cancer care setting.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the history and development of cancer and cancer nursing
  • Analyse and discuss issues related to diverse personal, disease and treatment characteristics and their potential impact on the cancer journey
  • Describe and discuss the various psychosocial supports available to people affected by cancer
  • Compare the different contexts in which patients may be cared for and the models of care and nursing management involved
  • Discuss the development of cancer research and identify potential topics for cancer nursing research

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Portfolio, Essay