| Code | NU6145 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 months |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Fees | €900 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | Round One: 26 June 2026 |
| Venue | Brookfield Health Sciences Complex. |
| Credits | 10 |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
Outline
Module Objective: To facilitate an in-depth appreciation of the epidemiology, risk factors, development and detection of cancer, cancer treatments and inherent symptoms, from a professional nursing perspective.
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Examine the risk factors involved in developing a cancer diagnosis
- Critically discuss the incidence of cancer trends nationally and internationally
- Identify and critically review cancer proliferative growth patterns and spread of disease
- Critically explore the role of the nurse in identifying cancer symptoms and the effects of cancer and its treatment on the individual.
- Identify and critically review the key principles of pain management in the oncology setting
- Analyse the key principles of management of cancer related fatigue, nutritional deficits, nausea and vomiting and GIT in the cancer population
- Explore the concept of survivorship in cancer.
Module Content: Cancer care trajectory, Pathophysiology of cancer, cancer diagnosis and metastatic spread, epidemiology, screening and risk factors of cancer, risk behaviour and theory, cancer genetics. Overview of cancer treatments. Symptom management: pain, fatigue, nausea & vomiting, GIT and nutritional issues. Survivorship in cancer.
Timetable & Workshop Dates:
- Runs September to October 2026 - Full timetable to be confirmed
- 16 hrs Lectures/Workshop - Dates and venues to be confirmed - please contact the Programme Coordinator. Dates subject to change
- 184 hrs Distance Learning; Discussion Board Preparation and Participation, Required Reading, Assignment Preparation and Submission, Self-Directed Learning.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: Continuous Assessment 200 marks (Oral Presentation on an aspect of cancer/cancer treatment, 180 marks; E activities, 20 marks).
Compulsory Elements: Continuous Assessment.
Why Choose
Skills and Careers Information
NU6145 linked to PG Oncology programmes.
Requirements
- Applicants must be practising nurses with evidence of current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Applicants for Nursing and Midwifery CPD modules whose main language is not English and who do not hold an up-to-date IELTS certificate showing the requisite Academic Board approved CM&H scores must demonstrate evidence of appropriate work experience within an English language environment for at least the previous 2 years.
- If you are applying with Qualifications obtained outside Ireland and you wish to verify if you meet the minimum academic and English language requirements for this programme please view the grades comparison table by country and for details of recognised English language tests.
Fees and Costs
The fee for this programme is €900
- This is payable on application (unless you are sponsored/funded)
- This fee is fully refundable if the programme does not run or you are not offered a place on the programme
About Funding
- Those applying for NMPDU, or other funding should contact the funding body directly.
- A guide to indicating NMPDU funding during your application can be found here: ACE Help Hub
For further information on fees and financial supports please click here.
How To Apply
Applications are accepted in two rounds.
- Round 1 closes on 26 June and Round 2 closes on 28 August.
- If all places are filled by eligible applicants by the Round 1 deadline, the programme will not open for Round 2.
- For round 2, applications will remain open until the final deadline or until all places are filled, whichever occurs first. Early application is strongly advised.
Before you apply, please prepare the following items which you will need during your application:
- Proof of Identity (Birth Cert, Passport or Driver's Licence)
- Passport-style Photograph
- Copy of your degree parchment/transcript if not a previous UCC graduate.
- English Language Test Report (if applicable)
- Supporting documentation (if required for RPL)
- Programme fee (unless sponsored/funded)
Create an account or login to UCC Apply (click the 'Apply' button below).
- Start a new application
- WHEN ASKED FOR APPLICATION TYPE - YOU MUST CHOOSE: ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
- During the application on the tab titled Academic Level, under Level Selection, select the following options:
- Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
- Course Type: CPD Credit-Bearing Modules
- Academic Programme: Foundations of Cancer Care NU6145
You can view a CPD Application Guide for all Nursing & Midwifery courses here: https://www.ucc.ie/en/ace/helphub/
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