Vision and Objectives
Vision
To create a new generation of global nursing researchers through doctoral education
General Objective
To develop a collegial network of scholars, researchers, and students for long term, sustainable collaborations to share innovative and effective ways to study nursing, care giving, and health promotion from an international perspective.
Specific Objectives
- To teach nursing, health care, and public policy issues in the context of Spain, Australia, Mexico, and Canada;
- To compare academic traditions in research and support the application of this knowledge by students;
- To promote the development of skills for constructive international cooperation; and
- To develop international educational processes in nursing.
Teaching and Learning Principles
The teaching and learning principles guiding this collaboration are the ones established by the University of Melbourne for creating and maintaining an environment for first-class higher education:
- Atmosphere of intellectual excitement
- Intensive research culture permeating all teaching and learning activities
- Vibrant and embracing social context
- International and culturally diverse curriculum and learning community
- Explicit concern and support for individual development
- Clear academic expectations and standards
- Learning cycles of experimentation, feedback and assessment
- Premium quality learning resources and technologies
- Adaptative curriculum