Application of Decision Making

Key information

Start date:
23 May 2025
Attendance dates:

23, 30 May 2025

06, 13, 20, 27 June 2025

Venue:
Kate Granger Building, 30 Priestley Road, Surrey Research Park, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YH

Depending on the subject and content, modules will mainly be delivered via a combination of face-to-face and online.

Some modules may be taught at: Stag Hill campus, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH
Contact details:
  • Level
    6 (undergraduate)
  • Credits
    15
  • Module code
    HCR3017

Module overview

This module will explore the role of decision making within the healthcare environment. It will support students' exploration of their understanding and knowledge of the theory underpinning decision making, judgement and human factors within healthcare, and the potential influential factors including; policy, risk, finances, ethics, the environment, shared decision-making, and the actual and potential consequences of the decision.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the theories underpinning their decision making, judgements, reasoning skills and problem-solving methodologies and their application to practice
  • Evaluate the impact of human factors in decision making and its impact on their accountability for management decisions
  • Evaluate the evidence supporting professional practice and making informed decisions
  • Explore influencing factors within the decision making process.
  • Critically analyse the significance of shared decision making within different healthcare settings.

Course content

Indicative module content includes:

  • Decision-making theory 
  • Pattern recognition
  • Information processing
  • Intrinsic and extrinsic factors
  • Policy development
  • Risk assessment and management
  • Legal and ethical issues
  • Human and system factors
  • Financial considerations
  • Shared decision-making.

Learning and teaching methods

Learning and teaching methods include:

  • Lectures and class discussions (Q&A)
  • Workshops
  • Debates
  • Case presentations
  • Seminar work.

Assessment

An in-depth analysis of a decision made within your practice area, identifying the key theories of decision-making  judgement and associated human factors.

Word count: 2,500

 

Course leader

Entry requirements

  • Ability to study at level 6
  • Working in health and social care.

Fees and funding

£1,019

How to apply

Please download and fill in an application form. 

Please note: 

  1. Applications typically close six weeks before the module start date and may close earlier if we reach a maximum number of applications. If we still have spaces on the course, we may extend the application deadline date.
  2. It is important to ensure that you complete all sections and answer all questions, incomplete forms will cause a delay and may result in you missing out on an available place.
  3. If you are registered on a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course then you will need to complete an application form for each CPD module you wish to apply for.

Send your completed application to postreg_admin@surrey.ac.uk.

Terms and conditions

When you accept an offer of a place at the University of Surrey, you are agreeing to comply with our policies and regulations and our terms and conditions. You are also confirming you have read and understood the University's prospective student privacy notice.

If your sponsoring healthcare provider is funding you for this module, by submitting an application you agree to allow all information regarding your module (for example your exam results) to be shared with the sponsoring provider.

Cancellation policy

If you withdraw less than seven days before the module commences or do not attend on the first day (without informing the module administrator) the full cost of the module will be charged. Withdrawals after the module commences will also be charged.

Module availability

Places are confirmed approximately one month before the module start date. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps. 

Disclaimer

Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. The University of Surrey has used its reasonable efforts to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to module content) may occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the module. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for a module with us. Read the full disclaimer.

Course location and contact details

Campus location

Kate Granger Building

Our Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS degree, nursing and midwifery, and health science courses are taught at the Kate Granger Building (30 Priestley Road), on the Surrey Research Park.

Additional information

Depending on the subject and content, modules will mainly be delivered via a combination of face-to-face and online.

Some modules may be taught at: Stag Hill campus, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH.

Post-registration Administration team
Address

University of Surrey
Guildford
Surrey GU2 7XH