Nursing and Midwifery Sciences REPLICA S. CAMILLO

VALENTINA GAZZANIGA

By the end of the Master’s programme in Nursing and Midwifery Sciences, graduates will be able to frame and critique the theoretical–methodological foundations of nursing and midwifery, linking them to clinical, organisational and ethical determinants; interpret research literature and guidelines systematically and translate evidence into context-sensitive decisions; apply with methodological rigour processes of assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care across the continuum, including high-complexity and chronicity settings; analyse clinical and organisational data, quality and safety indicators, nursing-sensitive outcomes and economic impact, arguing choices on benefits, risks and costs; appraise ethical, legal and deontological implications, ensuring informed consent, privacy and protection of vulnerable persons; design, implement and govern clinical–organisational pathways (e.g., care transitions, protected discharge) using continuous improvement and risk-management tools; lead multiprofessional teams through situational leadership, competence development, clinical supervision and conflict management; communicate effectively with patients, families, teams and stakeholders, negotiating shared goals and promoting empowerment and health literacy; design and evaluate educational interventions, tutoring and performance assessment for students and new staff, integrating principles of health professions pedagogy; use digital technologies and clinical information systems critically (EHR, tele-health, decision support), ensuring interoperability, traceability and security; conduct quantitative, qualitative or mixed-methods projects and literature reviews (e.g., PRISMA/JBI), drafting protocols, obtaining required approvals and disseminating results academically; collaborate interprofessionally and intersectorally in service planning, health promotion and reduction of inequalities (including gender medicine), with attention to sustainability and clinical governance; integrate principles of clinical pharmacology and complex therapy management, including interaction assessment and adherence, with sensitivity to precision approaches where appropriate; and design and evaluate innovations that improve patient experience, safety and outcomes, demonstrating reflective practice and sustained professional accountability.

The student is admitted to the final examination only after having fully completed the curriculum and successfully passed all required examinations. This prerequisite certifies the achievement of the programme’s intended learning outcomes and is an essential condition for access to the thesis defense.
For admission to the graduation session, the student must also be fully compliant with all administrative requirements: submission of the graduation application, upload and delivery of the final version of the thesis and its abstract, and any mandated deposit on institutional platforms, strictly within the published deadlines. Graduation sessions are ordinarily scheduled in multiple rounds across the academic year, in accordance with the University calendar.

The development of the master’s thesis requires identifying the type of study (quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods; scoping/systematic review; organizational or educational project) and drafting a protocol consistent with the Research Methodology coursework and the competencies acquired during internship. Whenever the study involves human participants, health data, or observation in clinical settings, the need for Ethics Committee approval must be verified and full compliance with privacy and data-protection regulations (e.g., GDPR) ensured; where required, protocol submission must precede any data collection. The candidate is expected to apply the knowledge and skills gained in methodology (question formulation, study design, instruments, analytic plan) and internship (procedures, organizational context, safety and quality), planning activities, resources, and milestones accordingly. The estimated preparation timeline is 6–10 months, varying with the chosen design, necessary authorizations, and the availability of data/participants.

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Eco, U. (2017). Come si fa una tesi di laurea. Milano: La nave di Teseo. ISBN 9788893441711
Kumar, R. (2018). Thesis writing for Master’s and Ph.D. programs. Singapore: Springer.

The candidate will present and defend the master’s thesis, with audiovisual support, before the Board of Examiners. The presentation will last approximately 15 minutes and will be preceded by a brief introduction by the supervisor. A discussion will follow, during which the Board will pose in-depth questions and may request further clarifications.

The final examination does not require any attendance beyond the day of the thesis defense. Only the candidate’s presence at the scheduled session is required, without prejudice to compliance with all applicable administrative deadlines.

The final degree grade is awarded on a 110-point scale, calculated from the unweighted average of all curricular examinations. The Degree Board may assign up to 13 additional points, distributed as follows:

Type and quality of the thesis (originality/innovation, professional relevance, methodological soundness, rigour): up to 8 points.
Quality of the presentation and defence (command of the subject, clarity of argumentation): up to 2 points.
Time to degree: on-time completion +2, within three academic years from first enrolment +1, beyond +0.
Examination grades with cum laude: ≥3 cum laude +2, ≥1 cum laude +1.
Erasmus/LLP mobility: 0.5 to 1 point depending on duration (≥1 month = 0.5; 1–3 months = 1).

The distinction “cum laude” for the final degree may be conferred by unanimous decision of the Board on candidates achieving at least 111/110.

The Board of Examiners will pose questions based on the thesis topic presented by the candidate.

• Thesis Defense Session – November 2026
  The November 2026 thesis defense session will be held at the designated venue; the timetable will be communicated to admitted candidates.
  • Books: Candidate’s Presentation


• Thesis Defense Session – April 2027
  The April 2027 thesis defense session will take place according to the official schedule; additional logistical details will be provided by the Teaching Office.
  • Books: Candidate’s Presentation