Social Determinants of Health
Overview
Learn about concepts of health and illness, including:
- An introduction to the social determinants of health
- Poverty and Health
- Explanations for the Social Patterning of Health
- Tackling Health Inequalities
- Gender and Health
- Ethnicity and Health
- Disability and Health
- ‘New’ Public Health
Key Facts
Contact:
Melissa Parkes / Cherly Grantham / Nicky Tiwana
Module Leads:
Duration: 7 days
CATS:20
Code :MH903
Assessment
Poster
2,000 word essay
Module dates
Module running dates for the 2024/25 academic year will be available June 2024.
Study options
- Available as a core option on MSc in Health Research; or on Master's in Public Health
Induction module
Before completing the course, you will undertake the Induction and Professional Development module, introducing you to all the underpinning regulations, guidance, and support available to you during your postgraduate study.