Programme/Approved Electives for 2022/23
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
The module introduces students to the concept of health and wellbeing with a focus on primary prevention and health promotion. The module reflects the shifting emphasis away from a medical disease model towards a health model based on personal responsibility and prevention of disease.
Aims
To introduce students to the concept of health and wellbeing.To explore common determinants of health.To explore the role of primary prevention and health promotion in the context of health and wellbeing.To equip students with the theoretical principles that underpin common health promotion interventions.
Intended Learning Outcomes
define terms commonly used in primary prevention and health promotion: 1describe the psychological, physiological and socio-economic factors that impact on health and wellbeing: 1demonstrate an understanding of the importance of a holistic approach to the promotion of health and wellbeing with reference to psychological and physiological factors: 1
30 tutor led hours which may include lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials and two hours of assessment preparationclasses etc.120 hours of independent study.
Description of Module Assessment
1: Essay weighted 100%1500 word written report1500 word report.
Students will explore public health policy focusing on primary prevention and the implementation of health strategies.