Leg Ulcer Management (Level 7, 30 credits)
Part-time
One semester
September 2025
In a nutshell
On this module you will engage in the development of a systematic understanding of knowledge and a critical awareness of current practice issues within leg ulcer management.
You will:
- gain an advanced understanding of evidence based leg ulcer management
- advance your own professional knowledge and skills
- develop skills to optimise patient outcomes in relation to leg ulcer management
All about the course
Through completing this module, you will:
- Develop a deep and systematic understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the lower leg and epidemiology and aetiology of leg ulceration.
- Develop assessment skills that consider the biological, psychological, social factors and relevant diagnostic investigations which inform clinical decision making in leg ulcer management.
- Compare, contrast and critique current developments in the management of leg ulcers.
- Identify, critically appraise, and synthesize the legal and professional issues within leg ulcer management to ensure professional, accountable practice.
- Critically analyse the factors that influence patient concordance with treatment and aftercare, suggesting strategies for improving quality of life.
Please note that it may not be possible to deliver the full list of options every year as this will depend on factors such as how many students choose a particular option. Exact modules may also vary in order to keep content current. When accepting your offer of a place to study on this programme, you should be aware that not all optional modules will be running each year. Your tutor will be able to advise you as to the available options on or before the start of the programme. Whilst the University tries to ensure that you are able to undertake your preferred options, it cannot guarantee this.
The School of Health and Society
The School of Health and Society is a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real world impact.
Our courses are informed by the latest research and we work closely with organisations from both the public and private sector to ensure our teaching is at the forefront of practice.
What about after uni?
Students who choose to study the Leg Ulcer Management Module do so because they are either currently working or are considering a career as:
- Tissue Viability Link Nurse
- Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist
- Community nurse (adult, CYP, MH)
- Surgical nurse (adult, CYP)
- Nurse working on accident and emergency (adult, CYP, MH)
- Nurse working in level 3 and 4 critical care (adult, CYP)
- Nurse working with patient who regularly self-harm (adult, MH, CYP)
- Nurse advisor for a wound care/mattress/seating company
- Registered nurses who wish to set up a service in their locality, place of work i.e MH Wound Clinic, Nursing Home Lead Role.
- Podiatrists looking to expand wound care knowledge.
Career Links
The module links with industry partners from dressings, diagnostics, compression bandaging and compression hosiery.
We work with over 100 health and social care organisations so our links with industry are very strong. These relationships will be of direct benefit to you because our academic team work in practice in some of these organisations at a senior level so are able to keep you at the forefront of developments in the sector which in turn help you provide a better service.
What you need to know
This module is aimed at students who have a genuine interest in the field of Tissue Viability and Leg Ulcer Management and wish to progress this knowledge to be able to make informed decisions about the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the service they provide.
Previous study and experience
You should be a registered nurse, healthcare professional (OT, Physiotherapy, Podiatry), medical staff or a nurse/industry advisor.
You will need to demonstrate evidence of studying at Level 6 on an undergraduate degree or equivalent.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.
The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.
Two forms of APL may be used for entry: the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).
How much?
| Type of study | Year | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Part-time | 2025/26 | £1,470 per 30 credit module |
| Part-time | 2026/27 | £1,530 per 30 credit module |
Additional costs
You should also consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.