Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the importance of lifestyle factors in health promotion, the behavioural determinants of lifestyle choices, and the prevalence and impact of lifestyle-related diseases.

Knowledge & Understanding

Enquiry



Critically evaluate different factors influencing lifestyle, nutritional and fitness choices within children and the impact upon long-term health.

Analysis

Application


Design and analyse community-centred strategies for healthy lifestyle promotion within children, considering a community-centred approach.

Analysis

Application

Problem-solving

Design and reflect upon a community-centred approach to health promotion in children, focusing on a particular area of lifestyle, nutrition or fitness. Include consideration of multiple audiences with an influence on this issue and demonstrate the ability to adapt messaging to each. The proposed strategy will be presented along with justification for your chosen approach.



The presentation will constitute 20 minutes plus 5 minutes of questions. This assessment will cover all learning outcomes.

Importance of lifestyle factors (diet, physical activity, sleep) in health promotion

Behavioural determinants of lifestyle choices

Prevalence and trends of lifestyle-related diseases (e.g. obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases)

Impact of lifestyle on chronic disease risk

Impact of nutrition on public health

Benefits of physical activity for health and well-being

Guidelines for physical activity and fitness promotion

Causes and consequences of obesity

Strategies for obesity prevention and weight management

Health Promotion Strategies for Lifestyle Change

Role of education, community engagement, and policy

Psychosocial factors influencing lifestyle choices

Role of digital and social media on lifestyle choices

Impact of mis-information

Impact of lifestyle choices on child development and its impact on long-term health.

Public Health Approaches to Lifestyle Interventions

This module explores the role of diet, physical activity, and sleep in promoting health. Study behavioral determinants, prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases like obesity and diabetes, and their impact on chronic disease risk. There will be a particular focus on the impact of these issues on childhood and the implications for long-term health. The module will also cover health promotion strategies, including education, community-centred approaches, and policy implications in fostering lifestyle changes for long-term health.

Key concepts will be delivered through lead lectures delivered through the university’s Virtual Learning Environment. This will then be followed by online synchronous discussion groups/seminars allowing learners to explore key issues and discuss the application to their particular working contexts.

Biddle, S.J.H. & Mutrie, N. & Gorley, T. (2014) Psychology of Physical Activity: Determinants, Well Being and Interventions (3rd Edition). London. Routledge.



Upton, D. Thirlaway, K. (2010) Promoting healthy behaviour: A practical guide for nursing and healthcare professionals. London: Pearson Education

Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Online learning resources and guides

Library and academic resources

Recorded supplementary material