Module Descriptors
CONTRACEPTION AND SEXUAL HEALTH CARE
XHET50006
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 5
30 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 72
Independent Study Hours: 228
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Andrews, G., Ed., (2001) Women's Sexual Health 2nd Ed. Edinburgh: Balliere Tindall: ISBN 0 7020 2598-4
Guillebaud, J., (2004) Contraception: Your Questions Answered 4th Ed. London: Churchill Livingstone: ISBN 0 44307343-0
Wakley, G., & Chambers, R., (2000) Sexual Health Matters in Primary Care. Oxford: Radcliffe Medical Press: ISBN 1 85 775414 X
Guillebaud, J., (2004) Contraception: Your Questions Answered 4th Ed. London: Churchill Livingstone: ISBN 0 44307343-0
Wakley, G., & Chambers, R., (2000) Sexual Health Matters in Primary Care. Oxford: Radcliffe Medical Press: ISBN 1 85 775414 X
Module Resources
Library, CD Rom and the Internet
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Any health or social care professional
Module Learning Strategies
Key lectures 70%
Group work and feedback 30%
Independent study:
It is expected that the student will use this time to explore literature related to the key lectures and follow personal/practice related lines of enquiry in the field of contraception and sexual health.
Group work and feedback 30%
Independent study:
It is expected that the student will use this time to explore literature related to the key lectures and follow personal/practice related lines of enquiry in the field of contraception and sexual health.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Formative feedback: tutorials, groupwork and feedback
An essay of 3,000 words in which an aspect of contraception/sexual health care is explored, analysed and evaluated.
All learning outcomes achieved
More details regarding this assignment, such as guidelines and submission date can be found in the module handbook.
An essay of 3,000 words in which an aspect of contraception/sexual health care is explored, analysed and evaluated.
All learning outcomes achieved
More details regarding this assignment, such as guidelines and submission date can be found in the module handbook.
Module Indicative Content
The aim of the module is to lay the foundation for practice by exploring a variety of pertinent issues in contraception and sexual health with reference to current literature/research. 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 covering; gender, age, culture, religion and sexuality.
In order to develop your knowledge and understanding of this field of health care within a multi-cultural society the following topics will be explored:- Applied anatomy and physiology relevant to fertility, fertility control, sexual function, contraceptive methods, sexual health promotion including safer sex issues, legal and professional issues that include; confidentiality, accountability, informed choice and consent, child protection within contraception and sexual health services, working to patient group directions, sexuality, current service provision and future developments within the United Kingdom.
In order to develop your knowledge and understanding of this field of health care within a multi-cultural society the following topics will be explored:- Applied anatomy and physiology relevant to fertility, fertility control, sexual function, contraceptive methods, sexual health promotion including safer sex issues, legal and professional issues that include; confidentiality, accountability, informed choice and consent, child protection within contraception and sexual health services, working to patient group directions, sexuality, current service provision and future developments within the United Kingdom.