Community Empowerment and Advocacy
Credit bearing module
Key facts
Course code
CMNR7024
Start dates
April 2023
Application deadline
1 March (for an April start)
Ideally, we would like to receive the applications before the above deadlines but we can be flexible with the closing dates for accepting the applications.
Location
Academic level
7
Academic credits
20
Overview
This Community Empowerment and Advocacy module teaches approaches, theories and tools effective for promoting healthy behaviour within communities.
We will first focus on recognising and addressing sources of bias towards and within communities (both personal and socially generated). We will then show you how to assess the existing needs and resources within social groups and organisations which can be used to support communities in their own development.
We'll evaulate historical and current beliefs surrounding how to effect change, and you will be encouraged to plan a health promotion strategy for a community with a consideration of need, practical planning and ethics.
Teaching is built around the examination of case studies. It draws on examples from history and from present-day practice. These will cover examples where advocacy is used to tackle public health problems originating from a variety of causes.
You will reflect on your learning during the module using a system of structured reflections on your own practice. You will be assessed 100% through coursework.
How to apply
Entry requirements
You must normally be from a healthcare background and have the support from a manager to undertake this module of study.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
English language requirements
In addition to the academic entry qualifications, if your first language is not English you must demonstrate that your level of English is appropriate for study at postgraduate level. An IELTS overall score of 6.5 is required for this course.
Application process
Apply through our Moodle Portal.
If you wish to take this as a standalone module then you can apply to be a postgraduate associate student using our online application portal. You will need to register for the portal prior to proceeding with an application. This module may be taken as a standalone module over 6 weeks or as part of a programme of study.
Tuition fees
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Tuition fees
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year your fees will increase each year.
How and when to pay
Tuition fee instalments for the semester are due by the Monday of week 1 of each semester. Students are not liable for full fees for that semester if they leave before week 4. If the leaving date is after week 4, full fees for the semester are payable.
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Financial support and scholarships
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course are detailed below.
Programme changes:
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