Course Modules

This module develops your knowledge base and practical skills associated with the physical activity and public health environment. An ability to select the most valid and reliable technique, protocol, piece of equipment or software is critical when assessing physical activity […]

This module provides students with knowledge of the process of developing and designing an intervention to increase physical activity for public health. You will explore aspects of the development and design of public health interventions, such as needs assessment, intervention

This module offers a broad introduction to the subject matter of public health and physical activity. You will develop your understanding of epidemiological measures and explore a selection of contemporary areas of physical activity research such as data modelling, physical

The discipline of project management will be critically surveyed and you will apply project management techniques and concepts to plan a project in the area of public health.

This is an introduction to quantitative and qualitative methodology for exercise and health using practical and real-world examples to illustrate how we make sense of data.

This module is the culmination of previous learning and is the major element of your independent enquiry on your programme.  The module requires that you reflect on, and utilise the knowledge base, context, and application of taught modules, as well as

This module explores cutting edge developments and issues in Applied Psychology. You will apply psychological research to real world issues: for example, group violence, health, education, persuasion, media and advertising, industry (as faculty availability allows). You will critically appraise interventions

You will focus on the theories of stress and coping in relation to health and illness-related outcomes. You will address stress and coping in the context of a range of illnesses and life events, from the perspective of the patients

This module will develop your knowledge of theory and practice relating to the management of long-term health conditions. You will develop your understanding of the psychological, social and cognitive influences on chronic illness and people’s management of chronic health conditions.

The Consultancy Project is a work based project that provides an opportunity to investigate a problem, gap or challenge within the workplace. You will either work at the chosen organisation and/or have unrestricted access to information within the organisation relevant