Essential Study Skills for Undergraduates enables you to identify your own individual learning styles. The module provides the opportunity for you to develop your IT skills, essay writing, note-taking and presentation skills in order to enhance your learning experience. Facilitation of information retrieval and introduction to the University’s virtual learning environment is also encompassed within this module.

Communication Skills provides the opportunity for the development of communication skills and self-awareness. The aim is to develop key transferable skills for your future career, enhancing your ability to interact with people from all walks of life. You will develop listening skills and the ability to empathise, be congruent, give unconditional positive regard and act as an advocate for others.

Social Policy, Health and Welfare enables you to develop a deeper and more meaningful understanding of policy, theory and practice in health and social welfare provision. The module introduces the political, economic and social contexts which have developed in the UK. In addressing the history of the state provision of welfare from its Victorian origins to the present day, you will be made aware of the dilemmas facing politicians and policy makers in prioritising the competing needs arising from changing social and health needs within the UK. The module illustrates the complexities of the policy process by exploring how ethical, legal, social, economic and political factors influence the provision and development of services, and in doing so introduces you to the competition amongst key political ideas.

Social Constructs, Health and Disease helps you to increase your knowledge of current public health and health promotion priorities. You will be asked to explore health and wellbeing related to individual’s beliefs and values, taking into account how someone’s social class, gender or ethnicity can affect the way in which they understand health. You will also have the opportunity to explore the wider determinants of health affecting the individual and population groups, such as how does the area you live in, or the culture you belong to, impact on health and wellbeing.

Introduction to Equality and Diversity examines the idea of individual differences in modern societies by taking a ‘social divisions’ approach (Payne, 2000). The main social divisions in society which will be explored are social class, gender differences and ethnic background. A range of specific social groups, and how their circumstances might contribute to social and economic inequality, will be explored. Finally, health and social care policy and practice are discussed in relation to individuals and social groups who are more vulnerable to social exclusion.

Inequalities in Health enables you to enhance your understanding of issues and aspects related to health inequalities. The causes of health inequalities will be considered, together with an overview of theoretical and social policy issues relevant to health inequalities and anti-discriminatory practice. The emphasis will be on an exploration of self awareness focusing on the skills used in promoting anti-discriminatory practice.

Housing, Health and Social Welfare examines the developing social policy agenda from the Victorian era to the present day in relation to housing, health and social well being in the UK. The major themes which lead to housing becoming and remaining a social policy issue will be explored, including health, social justice, crime and economic imperatives.

Understanding Research introduces you to research to develop an understanding of the research process. The module will familiarise you with the nature and variety of research methods together with the need for an evidence base to guide the decision making process. You will evaluate qualitative and quantitative methods, examining both the positive and negative aspects of both approaches, in order to determine that each approach can be seen as equally valuable and often complementary.

Legal and Ethical Perspectives is a module designed to develop awareness of accountability and accountable practice within the legal, professional and ethical frameworks pertinent to a potential future client base. In addition, the module will encourage you to reflect upon your personal and professional abilities and boundaries and consider the importance of the multi-professional team.

Negotiated Learning Shell allows you to negotiate with academic staff, and the workplace if appropriate, to focus on an area of study of particular interest. This may be for the enhancement of practice or for the development of more in-depth knowledge and skills with particular significance to the workplace and/or yourself.

Leadership and Management in the Workplace and Society provides you with theoretical frameworks that can be used to discuss and analyse processes, roles and behaviours of leaders and managers within a variety of settings and within society. You will be facilitated to develop an argument that will extend and challenge the contemporary beliefs of the terms ‘leadership’ and ‘management’. You need to understand these concepts in order to develop these skills within the very families and communities with which you are working.

Vulnerability in Society is a module that has the concept of vulnerability as its central tenet. All people are vulnerable to varying degrees and at different times across the lifespan, hence a key area for clarification and debate will be an appreciation of what exactly is ‘vulnerability’. In identifying individuals and groups who are most at risk, or at what point in their lives they could be seen as vulnerable, the module seeks to highlight and explore these concepts while examining the guidelines policies and legislation in place to protect individuals’ families and Communities.

Older Women in Society equips you with knowledge of how ageing may affect the health and wellbeing of older women in society. Demographic trends illustrate the continued growth of the over 65 year old population, with women typically living longer than men. These trends merit specific attention being paid to the circumstances of elderly women in the context of social status, wellness and social isolation. The module also explores how meaningful contributions are made to society, in addition to considering themes such as bereavement and preventative medicine.

Community Profiling is about describing a particular community or neighbourhood in order to prepare for community action. Likely to be focused on a particular problem which the individuals are all concerned about, community profiles target the health needs of the community, allocating resources in order to improve health and wellbeing. This module aims to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to enable you to become confident and competent in the art of community profiling. You will be introduced to the concept and the theory behind the initiative, as well as developing your understanding of the various methods used to profile community settings. Communication, partnership, and multi-agency integrated working practices are important aspects addressed in this module.

Long Term Care and Support for the Older Adult provides you with the opportunity to focus upon service provision within the eight National Service Standards for older people, with consideration of long term care and support for the older adult in society. Introducing you to the caring for older people, who have the potential for developing multiple medical problems, which results in their increasing dependence on health and social care services.

The Safeguarding Agenda introduces you to the safeguarding agenda in the wider context, analysis how it is related to child protection development and screening. A questioning approach in appraising the literature and working through scenarios and case discussions will enhance your knowledge and understanding of how to safeguard children and young people.

Psychological Approaches to Health and Social Wellbeing critically examines a number of key issues in the application of health psychology to health and social wellbeing. The module is structured around four broad themes: health behaviour, health promotion and disease prevention; the role of individual differences and social factors in health and illness; stress, illness and the health-care system; and health communication and intervention.

Applied Health Psychology in Context focuses on the application of health psychology (theory, research and practice) in a variety of contexts including forensic, occupational, clinical, sport and counselling. The module will highlight key issues concerning structure, policy and practice in the application of health psychology to a range of contexts. You will evaluate the theoretical and methodological contributions made by psychological approaches to health prevention and intervention strategies in applied settings and identify and evaluate the role that health psychologists have in a range of healthcare settings.

The Vulnerable Child recognises the importance of accurate and relevant assessment in identifying the strengths and needs in all children. The module will also analyse the use of the assessment process in order to identify vulnerability and utilise the knowledge and skills of the multi-professional team to ensure the safeguarding and protection of all children.

The Working Environment in Children and Young People’s Services encourages you to reflect upon policies and procedures within a working environment and examine how those policies are communicated and impact on the ability to work in partnership. You will also be given the opportunity to experience a work environment involving children/young people in order to enhance your employability prospects for the future.

An Introduction to Complementary and Alternative Therapies provides an opportunity to explore the various complementary and alternative therapies available for use within the promotion and management of health. A variety of complementary and alternative therapies will be discussed, including yoga, homeopathy, aromatherapy, acupuncture, chiropractice, and massage therapy.

Introduction to Play and Playwork enables you to develop an understanding of the concept of play and the role that adults take in facilitating quality play opportunities. Play is a process that is freely chosen by the child and young person. It is personally directed by them and is intrinsically motivated. The role of the adult within play should be one of enabler and facilitator only – i.e. the person who is responsible for the play space and who provides quality opportunities and environments where children can engage in play unhindered and of their own choosing. This module will examine the concept of play, explore different types of play, and analyse the history of play and playwork to understand its evolution.

Exercise, Diet and Health Promotion provides you with the opportunity to look into the health and physical activity status of different population groups. The module will enable you to assist individuals across the lifespan in adopting physical activity, exercise and other healthy behaviours that lead to increased fitness, wellness and optimal health alongside a well-balanced diet. You will explore strategies for promoting sport and exercise participation and reflect upon the influence of physical and social environments on engagement. The aim is for you to develop the knowledge and skills to create and deliver promotional programmes that enhance awareness about healthy lifestyle behaviour, increase health-enhancing behaviours, decrease health risk behaviours and create environments to support a healthy lifestyle.

Nurturing Health and Wellbeing in the Early Years enables you to explore and expand upon your knowledge of holistic development within the early years (conception to five years). You will be introduced to key concepts surrounding supporting resilience and wellbeing in the early years, neuro-biological development, nurturing behaviours, healthy lifestyles, fostering responsiveness to children’s self esteem and confidence needs. There will also be a particular focus on special educational needs in early childhood.

Personal Career Development considers and critically reviews your workplace experience by evaluating the links between theory and practice, allowing you to identify and reflect on your own achievement and potential.

International Perspectives on Health and Social Wellbeing explores global and international health inequalities, diversity, public health issues, and social policy in relation to health and social wellbeing. You will examine those factors which contribute to global differences in health and social policy, such as the effects of war, poverty and displacement, recognising the important contribution of International Aid Agencies in the support and protection of the vulnerable in society.

Contemporary Approaches to Multi-Agency Working in Health and Social Care will involve you in a critical examination of professions, professional identity and professional practice in the context of welfare, health and educational services for children, families and adults. You will  consider and critically analyse the meaning and development of such concepts as professionalism, team-working and collaboration utilising frameworks for ‘best practice’ in the context  of current policy related to public health initiatives in health and social care.

Dissertation focuses on the identification of an area of vocational interest or concern to be identified by yourself and agreed with your supervisor. You will engage in a structured review of the literature related to the specific area of study, apply critical analysis to the literature and make recommendations that could improve service provision.

Primary Research Dissertation focuses on the identification of an area of vocational interest or concern to be identified by yourself and agreed with your supervisor. You will engage in a structured review of existing literature and design and carry out a research project related to your specific area of study. You will apply critical analysis to the established literature as well as the findings from your proposed research and make recommendations that could improve service provision.

Negotiated Learning Shell offers an opportunity for you to study a topic or work related issue at degree level. It involves you identifying the chosen area for study, developing and negotiating a learning contract (which will outline the what, how, when, where and why of the study period), as well as the means of assessment to showcase the acquired learning.

Domestic Abuse explores theories of domestic abuse and critically analyses the impact domestic abuse has on the health of women and children. The module also evaluates the services available for women and children suffering from domestic abuse and highlights the nature of professional support and response.

Approaches to Care with Older Adults recognises that, given a choice, the majority of frail older people would prefer to live in their own homes despite disabilities, loneliness, problems of care and being ‘at risk’. This module gives you the opportunity to focus upon various service provisions within the eight National Service Standards and how care is managed for the older adult.

Safeguarding Children and Young People focuses on Every Child Matters and the current safeguarding agenda to enable children to reach their potential. In the critical analysis of challenging issues, you will expand your knowledge through the integration of research and theory, tackling complex issues and developing problem solving abilities. Working in partnership, communication and collaboration are central to the provision of specific support and services for children and young people and integration of services is central to the ethos of the module. There is a need to fully appreciate the rights of children and young people in law and this module actively fosters this concept.

Protecting Children and Young People at Risk provides you with the opportunity to critically reflect upon and evaluate child protection policy and practice as well as develop skills and knowledge in enhancing practice development. You will critically analyse government policy and the law in relation to protecting children and evaluating evidence, with a particular emphasis being placed on collaboration, communication and partnership working, across organisational and professional boundaries. You will develop your knowledge and critical analysis skills and apply this to practice, fostering a positive and innovative change in culture.

Health Promotion further develops your knowledge of health promotion and enhances your skills in identifying and utilising health promotion strategies aimed at influencing behaviour change. This will include the importance of promoting positive attitudes and a non-judgemental approach.

Leadership Styles and Management Processes explores the common behaviours, skills and knowledge required for managers within health, social, private and public sectors. The module will facilitate enhancement of skills in the transfer of theoretical perspectives to management practices in applied contexts.

Values in Complementary Therapies allows you to explore, experience and reflect upon personal and work-based values which impact upon your personal and professional development within the field of complementary therapies. Self-enquiry and reflective practice is actively encouraged to enable you to identify not only your own core values but provide insight into your personal philosophy and how this impacts on your practice.

The Wider Determinants of Overweight and Obesity will enable you to gain an insight into the issues relating to obesity and being overweight, closely associated with modern society and the wider determinants of health and well-being.

Gender in Society provides an insight into the historical and contemporary perspectives of gender in society. The module will examine the varying theories relating to feminism and paternalism and discuss how culture and the media influence our opinions. You will explore beliefs around the ‘traditional’ roles of men and women and discuss issues relevant to the raising of children, such as ‘gender toys’, colours, traditions and employment.

Children, Young People, Crime and Deviance explores the journey between deviance and criminality in the children and young people’s sector as opposed to sensationalising child and youth crime. The module presents a contemporary and realistic picture of engagement in deviance and youth offending. It also explores the transitions from deviance to criminality. The aim is to find patterns in behaviours from which interventions can be identified and their applications considered.

Community Development Practice and Praxis takes your theoretical learning, academic research, personal experiences and observations and translates them into a ‘practical and experiential’ learning opportunity. You will be able to identify the transferable skills that you have developed and recognise how these can be applied within a cross-section of community and family work, employment and further academic study. You will be encouraged to utilise your skills of reflexivity using your personal reflective journals to relate those experiences to theoretical principles and develop the skills of praxis to make changes personally and in practice.

Supporting Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities elaborates on the fundamentals of human development, providing you with the opportunity to explore and expand your knowledge of specific developmental needs and disabilities of children and young people. You will critically appraise interventions which are used to support children or young people with special needs and disabilities, evaluate the role of a Special Educational Needs Coordinator and assess the importance of multi-disciplinary working to meet the individual needs of children and young people, analyse the current and historical context of special needs and disability legislation, and critically appraise the importance of wellbeing and holistic support to promote equality of opportunity and diversity within universal and specialist services.

Politics and Social Policy will equip you with an enhanced understanding of policy, theory and practice in health and social welfare provision. You will critically explore the political, economic and social contexts within which the current health and social care sectors in the UK are established. The module illustrates the complexities of the policy process and supports in-depth appreciation of competing political ideologies in prioritising key initiatives.

Child and Adolescent Mental Health explores the key concepts that shape child and adolescent mental health issues and services. This will include an exploration of child and adolescent mental health from a psychological, sociological and policy perspective. A particular focus will be on child and adolescent mental health issues and services with reference to the current political and economic climate.

Risk, Resilience and Resistance examines the current trends, influences and theoretical underpinnings of risk taking behaviours across the lifespan, complemented by a review of the current strategies for managing risk taking behaviours. The module provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary risky behaviours using psychological, sociological and cognitive perspectives, examining why people are exposed to or choose to undertake risks and how these can be managed with 21st century resources.

Applied Health Psychology in Context focuses on the application of health psychology (theory, research and practice) in a variety of contexts including forensic, occupational, clinical, sport and counselling. The module will highlight key issues concerning structure, policy and practice in the application of health psychology to a range of contexts. You will evaluate the theoretical and methodological contributions made by psychological approaches to health prevention and intervention strategies in applied settings and identify and evaluate the role that health psychologists have in a range of healthcare settings.

Contemporary Approaches to Multi-Agency Working in Health and Social Care will involve you in a critical examination of professions, professional identity and professional practice in the context of welfare, health and educational services for children, families and adults. You will  consider and critically analyse the meaning and development of such concepts as professionalism, team-working and collaboration utilising frameworks for ‘best practice’ in the context  of current policy related to public health initiatives in health and social care.

Exercise, Diet and Health Promotion provides you with the opportunity to look into the health and physical activity status of different population groups. The module will enable you to assist individuals across the lifespan in adopting physical activity, exercise and other healthy behaviours that lead to increased fitness, wellness and optimal health alongside a well-balanced diet. You will explore strategies for promoting sport and exercise participation and reflect upon the influence of physical and social environments on engagement. The aim is for you to develop the knowledge and skills to create and deliver promotional programmes that enhance awareness about healthy lifestyle behaviour, increase health-enhancing behaviours, decrease health risk behaviours and create environments to support a healthy lifestyle.

HUG3135 Supporting Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (20 credits) added as an optional module in Year 3.

PAR2060 Performance and the Body (20 credits), PAR2061 Applied Performance 2 (20 credits), PAR2070 Project 3 – Dance (20 credits) and PAR2071 Project 4 – Drama (20 credits) are no longer available and have been removed as optional modules in Year 2.