Senior Lecturer in Public Health
Health Protection and Prevention
Health Protection and Prevention
Key Facts
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Module code
PUHM005
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Level
PostgraduatePG
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Duration
One semester, Part Time
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Starting
February, June
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£920
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Waterside
Updated 23/10/2024
Overview
This is a level 7, 20 credit stand alone module for continuing professional development which sits within our MSc Public Health Course. You will develop a range of theories and concepts which underpin health protection and prevention, including topics such as non-communicable disease, sexually transmitted infections, travel associated illness and environmental contamination and their impact on health. Students will also develop the skills needed to write a report fit for the real world.
Highlights
- Proactive approach to teaching and learning.
- Opportunity to write a report on health protection and prevention in preparation for real life within the public health sector.
- Learn about key principles of Health Protection and Prevention, including ethics, legislation and surveillance.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will normally hold a recognised First- or Second-Class Honours degree in a subject area that demonstrates applicability to public health practice including:
- Dentistry, pharmacy, biology, medicine, public health, nursing, environmental health, biomedical health/science, podiatry, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, psychology, microbiology, biochemistry.
- Homeopathic Medicine (including degrees in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery).
- Zoology and most medical/health background undergraduate degrees. This includes degrees such as BSc Profusion Technology and BSc Radiology.
Course Content
Fees and Funding
2024/25 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- Module costs: £920 per 20 credit module
Please contact Karen Edwards for further information about fees for this module.
For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding pages.