Module Descriptors
HEALTH SERVICES POLICY AND EVALUATION
XCPD70441
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 7
30 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 264
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 60%
- GROUP PRESENTATION weighted at 40%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
This module aims to examine and evaluate the policy process and its impact on the delivery and management of health services. It will enable you to critically analyse health care policy utilising appropriate theoretical models. You will examine case studies centred on policy change and development, including the introduction of the internal market and its replacement with commissioning of services; community care and interagency relationships; the development of
'Our Healthier Nation'. Models of evaluation will be examined including programme, project, formative, summative and client-focussed approaches. The practical utilisation of evaluation reports and the application of different models in the health services. Reference to specific techniques for monitoring programme performance in terms of inputs and outcomes and the assessment of impacts upon clients. You will examine concepts of management, accountability and control. Various issues in governance and accountability will be introduced, and related to problems of performance measurement, value for money and organisational aspects of accounting.
'Our Healthier Nation'. Models of evaluation will be examined including programme, project, formative, summative and client-focussed approaches. The practical utilisation of evaluation reports and the application of different models in the health services. Reference to specific techniques for monitoring programme performance in terms of inputs and outcomes and the assessment of impacts upon clients. You will examine concepts of management, accountability and control. Various issues in governance and accountability will be introduced, and related to problems of performance measurement, value for money and organisational aspects of accounting.
Module Learning Strategies
This module aims to examine and evaluate the policy process and its impact on the delivery and management of health services. It will enable you to critically analyse health care policy utilising appropriate theoretical models. You will examine case studies centred on policy change and development, including the introduction of the internal market and its replacement with commissioning of services; community care and interagency relationships; the development of
'Our Healthier Nation'. Models of evaluation will be examined including programme, project, formative, summative and client-focussed approaches. The practical utilisation of evaluation reports and the application of different models in the health services. Reference to specific techniques for monitoring programme performance in terms of inputs and outcomes and the assessment of impacts upon clients. You will examine concepts of management, accountability and control. Various issues in governance and accountability will be introduced, and related to problems of performance measurement, value for money and organisational aspects of accounting.
'Our Healthier Nation'. Models of evaluation will be examined including programme, project, formative, summative and client-focussed approaches. The practical utilisation of evaluation reports and the application of different models in the health services. Reference to specific techniques for monitoring programme performance in terms of inputs and outcomes and the assessment of impacts upon clients. You will examine concepts of management, accountability and control. Various issues in governance and accountability will be introduced, and related to problems of performance measurement, value for money and organisational aspects of accounting.
Module Resources
Access to the internet to assess the most up-to-date policy documents and statements from the government and its agencies.
Module Texts
Fetterman, D.et.al. Empowerment Evaluation, 1996.
Fink, A. Evaluation Fundamentals: guiding health programs, research & policy, 1996.
Spurgeon, P. The New Face of the NHS, 1998.
Flynn, R. Structures of Control in Health Management, 1992.
Tilley, I. Managing the Internal Market, 1993.
Fink, A. Evaluation Fundamentals: guiding health programs, research & policy, 1996.
Spurgeon, P. The New Face of the NHS, 1998.
Flynn, R. Structures of Control in Health Management, 1992.
Tilley, I. Managing the Internal Market, 1993.
Module Additional Assessment Details
The essay will aim to ensure that the student has acquired an appropriate depth of understanding in a particular area. The subject and title will be negotiated with the aim of encouraging the student to reflect on a practical health or social care situation utilising theoretical and evaluative techniques from the module. Normally, the essay topic will be work related to allow the student to reflect on a policy issue affecting their vocational situation.
The group presentation will be a critical appraisal of an evaluation tool. A full set of marking criteria will be linked to the presentation.
Pass
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breadth and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the advancement of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem - solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate.
Merit
A piece of work which meets all the requirements of a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual - based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively.
Distinction
An outstanding piece of work which meets all of the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation.
There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought.
The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas
The group presentation will be a critical appraisal of an evaluation tool. A full set of marking criteria will be linked to the presentation.
Pass
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breadth and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the advancement of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem - solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate.
Merit
A piece of work which meets all the requirements of a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual - based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively.
Distinction
An outstanding piece of work which meets all of the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation.
There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought.
The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas