Prerequisites for Module
None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To develop an understanding of the primary care environment and the burden of obesity at this level.
To provide a comprehensive awareness of the management of obesity and guidelines/programmes currently available in primary care.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Discuss the current primary care environment and frameworks for this service.
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Critically evaluate the burden of obesity at primary care and the assessment of current obesity guidelines.
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Critically review the management of obesity in primary care and evidence base programmes for primary care intervention.
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Indicative Module Content
Limitations of management of obesity at primary care level. Impact of obesity on health resources. Primary care guidelines currently being followed. Assessment, education and treatment approaches in primary care. Programmes aimed at improving management of obesity at primary care level.(i.e.Counterweight Programme).
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Part Time | Lectures
| 10 | 10 | On-line discussion forum
| 5 | 5 | Tutorials/Workshops
| 10 | 10 |
Directed Study
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| 45 | 45 |
Private Study
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| 80 | 80 |
| Mode of Delivery
Blended learning. Delivery will be based on formal lectures, workshops, tutorials/case studies, and supported by on-line material, discussion forum and activities.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
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Coursework: a written assignment based on current research.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Butland, B., Jebb, S., Kopelman, P., McPherson, K., Thomas, S., Mardell, J., et al., 2007. Foresight. Tackling Obesities: Future Choices. Project Report. 2nd Edition. Available from: http://www.foresight.gov.uk
| | 2. | Counterweight Project Team, 2004. A new evidence-based model for weight management in primary care: the Counterweight Programme. J. Hum. Nutr. Dietet. 17, 191-208.
| | 3. | Counterweight Project Team, 2005. Empowering Primary Care to tackle the Obesity Epidemic: The Counterweight Programme. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 59, Suppl 1, S93-S101.
| | 4. | Current journals and research articles.
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