HND Public Health and Community Studies Foundation degree at Coventry University

The module aims to develop your awareness of the skills needed to work with individuals and groups in communities and to provide effective public health practice which promotes health and wellbeing. It examines the central importance of effective communication and inclusive practice and its importance for good service delivery across a range of service users and groups in diverse contexts. In addition, you will examine communication systems gain an understanding of the legal frameworks surroundi

This module aims to equip you with an understanding of the ways in which contemporary communities are changing, and the challenges that such change presents to a range of agencies working to support and develop them. Changes in demographic patterns, cultural tastes, working practices and communication methods, as well as the wider context of globalisation have served to transform UK communities in a range of ways. Many of these changes have been positive, however they also present difficulties a

This module aims to introduce you to the role of public health in contemporary UK society. Public health has many facets and involves the promotion of healthy lifestyles linked to behaviour and individual responsibility supported by government action. It deals with complex and dynamic issues which are determined and influenced by a range of social, cultural, economic, environmental, political and individual factors. Contemporary challenges include issues such as changes in the population profile

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of human lifespan development. It examines the holistic influences on development and their interrelationship and how this accounts for the formation of self. You will examine stages of human growth and development and there is an introduction to the main theoretical perspectives and how they account for our personality and behaviour. Practical examples are used to explore the influences on our behaviour and lifestyle. You are encouraged to t

This module aims to enable you to gain an understanding of the nature of contemporary society from a sociological perspective, with an emphasis on linking social theory and sociological insights to your own life experiences, as well as applying them to the study of wider social problems. Sociology focuses on the systematic study of human societies, particularly modern industrial and post-industrial societies, by exploring social interaction, social structures and social change. You will analyse

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of the key concepts of mental health, mental wellbeing and mental health promotion. Mental health problems are very common; however, the stigma attached to those experiencing such problems is long-standing and impacts widely on those experiencing mental ill health, their family and wider society. You will study the concept of mental ill health and misconceptions that often arise when considering such conditions. The module focuses on helping

This module will develop your ability to recognise and evaluate core research strategies and methods in social science research. You will learn about a range of research methods and tools, and place these within the context of broader research strategy along qualitative and quantitative lines, examining each critically and understanding their strengths and weaknesses. You will develop skills in literature reviewing, research design and ethical literacy, and will have the opportunity to develop a

This module aims to raise your awareness of contemporary lifestyle behaviour and its impact on health and wellbeing and health promotion methods that can be used to enable behaviour change. A healthy lifestyle is important in terms of quality of life and plays a key role in the prevention of a large number of diseases, including coronary heart disease, cancer and obesity. You will analyse national epidemiological studies and data relating to sexual behaviour, physical activity, substance abuse,

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme.

This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

This module aims to provide you with the opportunity to critically analyse the requirements and expectations for effective leadership and management in community and public health settings in a challenging and ever-changing environment. It will draw upon global, contemporary debates, and cover topic areas such as social economy, strategic, operational and project planning and management, human resource management, funding and finance, marketing and business analysis. This will be done in the con

Community-based and ecological approaches to health promotion have evolved steadily over a number of decades to become an alternative to individually focused efforts to improve health. This module will enable students to develop a critical understanding of health promotion by asking them to examine the relationship between theory and real-life experiences of professional practice. The module builds on the different conceptions of health and health promotion models covered in previous years and a