Extensão universitária: contribuições na formação de discentes de Enfermagem

Abstract

Introduction:University Extension Programmes play a vital role in engaging students through interactions with the local community, and are particularly important in nursing education, as they encourage a more humanistic model of health care. Objective: To analyze the perceptions of undergraduate nursing students about the contributions of university extension programmes to their academic education. Methods: This is a descriptive exploratory study with a qualitative approach, involving nursing undergraduates attending a public university. Interviews and a semi-structured questionnaire were used for data collection. Results: Most participants reported that that extension projects have strong bearings on the curriculum, strengthening knowledge gained from the disciplines. Conclusion: Some students view extension programmes as condescending assistance practices, while others fully welcome the opportunity to put into practice course contents in interaction and partnership with the communities surrounding the university