What is it about?
This module focuses on health inequalities within countries and responses to them. The module will be delivered through a series of interactive lectures and seminars, and draw on local, national and international case studies to illustrate the application of social theory, empirical health research, policy and practice in ‘real world’ settings. The module will begin with an overview of sociological ideas and perspectives as an introduction to the discipline. This will lead into discussion of the social context of health and health inequalities at macro and micro sociological levels. The case for an understanding of social factors in health, wellbeing and illness will be made by considering a range of social theories and social divisions (social class, gender, ethnicity, age).
Who is it for?
Public health workforce
What will participants learn?
Intended Knowledge Outcomes:
•Understand the role of sociology as applied to public policy, health and medicine and its range of application
•Be aware of the role of sociological theory and be able to apply the principles appropriately to a health issue
•Understand the importance of various forms of social diviion in public policy, health and medicine (social class, gender, ethnicity, age)
•Build on the knowledge of social theory to analyse macro- and micro-level topics
•Develop a criritcal understanding of the theoretical and conceptual background to social inequalities in health.
•Be aware of the evidence base for reducing health inequalities
•Understand the challenges in developing and implementing policies for reducing inequalities
Intended Skill Outcomes
•To develop a critical awareness in order to appraise, analyse and interpret specific topic areas in public policy, health and medicine
•Draw on the theoretical, conceptual and critical approach of sociology, to construct sound verbal and written argument
How will it be delivered?
6 taught sessions
How will participants be assessed?
2000 word essay
What experience / qualifications do participants need?
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a medical, health or social sciences discipline
Code
MPY8005
Level
7
Credits
10
When is it?
Tuesday 5th November 2019
Tuesday 12th November 2019
Tuesday 19th November 2019
Tuesday 26th November 2019
Tuesday 3rd December 2019
Tuesday 10th December 2019
Where is it?
Newcastle University
What are the contact dates students need to attend university?
Tuesday 5th November 2019
Tuesday 12th November 2019
Tuesday 19th November 2019
Tuesday 26th November 2019
Tuesday 3rd December 2019
Tuesday 10th December 2019
University Contact Details
Name:Ben Le Dune
Email: pgclinsci@ncl.ac.uk
Telephone: 0191 208 8755