Prerequisites for Module
None in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
Evaluate the role of social policy in the context of improving health and addressing inequality.
To increase critical awareness of the policy process from development to implementation.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Evaluate the process of policy analysis, development and implentation.
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Evaluate the impact of policy on the health of individuals and communities.
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Discuss policy in the context of the NHS, local authority and the voluntary sector.
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Critically examine the wider context of social policy and its impact on the health of individuals and communities.
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Indicative Module Content
Social policy in the context of health promotion and improvement; the process of policy analysis, development and implementation; the impact of policy on individuals and communities; addressing inequalities and social inclusion; health impact assessments; political drivers; influences on political ideology; employability; work related policy; education policy; health care policy; local authority policy; social capital.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Distance Learning |
| 22 |
Directed Study
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| 48 |
Private Study
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| 80 |
Mode of Delivery
Lectures workshops and blended learning
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3,4
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Component 1 - A written piece of coursework.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | ADAMS, L., AMOS, M., MUNRO, J. eds, 2002. Promoting Health: Politics and Practice. London: Sage Publications
| | 2. | EWLES, L. and SIMNETT, I., 2005. Promoting Health: A Practical Guide. 5th ed. London: Balliere Tindall
| | 3. | JONES-DEVITT, S. and SMITH, L., 2007. Critical Thinking in Health and Social Care. London:Sage Publications Ltd
| | 4. | NAIDOO, J. and WILLS, J., 2000. Health Promotion Foundations for Practice. 2nd ed. London: Balliere Tindall
| | 5. | NAIDOO, J. and WILLS, J., 2005. Public Health and Health Promotion: Developing Practices. 2nd ed. London: Balliere Tindall
| | 6. | PERCY-SMITH J. (2000) Policy Responses to Social Inclusion Buckingham: Open University Press
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