Formative feedback: Case scenario discussion; group and individual tutorials.

A 3500 word critical evaluation of an aspect of Contraception and Sexual Health Care from a list of topics (Achieves all learning outcomes).

The aim of the module is to enable the student to increase the student's breadth and depth of knowledge in contraception and sexual health as well as explore in depth contemporary issues within this field. You will share this learning with professionals from various backgrounds which will add breadth and depth to discussion within the group. Throughout the module, the content will be considered from a variety of perspectives including gender, age, culture, religion and sexuality.
The following topics will be included: applied anatomy and physiology relevant to fertility, fertility control, contraceptive methods and safer sex. Professional and legal issues related to this field are also considered for example the use of Patient Group Directions and Fraser Guidelines, as well as current service provision and future developments.

Powerpoint projector and laptop computer, OHP and acetates, white board, flip chart and pens.
Library and internet access.

Guillebaud, J., (2004) Contraception Your Questions Answered 4th edition Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone ISBN 0 44307343 0

Andrews, G., (2005) Women's Sexual Health 3rd edition Edinburgh: Elsevier ISBN 0 70202762 6

Clifford, D., Rutter, M., and Selby, J., (2000) Caring for Sexuality in Health and Illness Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone ISBN 0443 06443 1

Student contact hours (24%) will include key lectures, interactive lectures, group work and feedback, workshops and directed learning. Self directed learning (76%). In addition there will be the opportunity to access group and individual tutorials to explore how students can achieve the learning outcomes.