Health Equity and Human Rights (ILA-4007) - Entry

module code: (ILA-4007)

This is a part-time, level 7 postgraduate short course delivered in Bangor.

Who is this course for?

The module will be of particular interest to individuals and organisations dedicated to improving healthcare and community outcomes, including staff in Health, Housing, and Social Care Sectors e.g.:

• Healthcare Professionals: Doctors, nurses, medical practitioners, and support staff.
• Social Workers: Those working in social care and community services.
• Housing Professionals: Individuals involved in housing associations and policies.
• Aspiring Leaders: Individuals aiming for leadership roles within their respective sectors
   

Why study this course?

• Analyse and critically engage with debates on the principles, practices, policies, and legislation for equity in the health and wellbeing of future generations.
• Appreciate how social, economic, and health factors may discriminate against groups with protected characteristics, and critically evaluate interventions to mitigate such discrimination.
• Critically understand concepts of equity and evaluate inclusive approaches to promote health with respect for human rights.
•  Design and implement inclusive, equitable, and sustainable approaches for promoting health and wellbeing.

How long does this course take to complete?

This course is delivered part-time over 5 months, usually during the second semester of the academic year (starting in January).

There will be 6 lectures of 2.5 hours each between January and April.

Learners will be required to commit 100 hours to this Short Course through a combination of online lectures, online workshops and self-directed study.
 

Tutor

Tracey O'Neill

Tracey O'Neill has a background in public health research and prevention that was started by her MSc in Public Health and Health Promotion at Bangor University in 2006. Tracey’s research interests are in the area of health inequalities and the social determinants of health, and Tracey is a Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health. After several years of working as a researcher on many different public health projects in the UK and Australia, Tracey started working as a lecturer after completing her PGCertHE in 2013. She became a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority in 2015.

What will you study on this course?

This 10 credit standalone post-graduate module at level 7, is delivered through a combination of lectures and workshops.  

Workshops will introduce you to the main theoretical concepts in health equity and human rights and provide you with an opportunity to explore these topics by considering real-world case studies.
A lecture series will also provide an understanding of human rights and the skills needed to foster health equity. These lectures will also give specific guidance on how to apply these skills in a health setting. Each lecture will be accompanied by a reading list accessible through the University library.
Assessments will enable you to evidence your knowledge and demonstrate your applied understanding.

Why study this course

Learning Outcomes

• Analyse and critically engage with debates on the principles, practices, policies, and legislation for equity in the health and wellbeing of future generations.
• Appreciate how social, economic, and health factors may discriminate against groups with protected characteristics, and critically evaluate interventions to mitigate such discrimination.
• Critically understand concepts of equity and evaluate inclusive approaches to promote health with respect for human rights.
• Design and implement inclusive, equitable, and sustainable approaches for promoting health and wellbeing.

Please see our Postgraduate Fees and Finance page for further information.

Scholarships might be available for this Short Course, please contact the team to discuss further

Prospective applicants should hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject (of 2(ii) or above), as well as a strong personal statement and reference(s) (academic and/or work related).

If you do not meet the academic requirements detailed above but have at least 3 years relevant work experience and have evidence of recent study or professional development (to demonstrate an ability to study at level 7) we may consider your application.
 

How to Apply

Please make sure you read and follow the step-by-step application guide as this will specify which sections of the application form are compulsory for the type of course you want to apply for and save you time.

Please prepare the following information (in a Word document):

• Current employment details;
• Years of experience, and employment history (where relevant)
• Name of staff member and organisation that have approved your funding for this module.

This will speed up the process of completing the application form