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Global Health
SHE level
11
SCQF credit points
15
ECTS credit points
7.5
Module code
MMB726130
Module Leader
David Barber
School
School of Health and Life Sciences
Subject
Nursing
Trimester
A (September start), B (January start), C (May start)
Summary of content
The module introduces and develops student's knowledge and understanding of the concept of global health. Political, ethical, economic, societal, technological, environmental, legal, and cultural influences on health will be critically explored to extend the student's understanding of global health. The module will also allow students to engage in global health agendas to address health inequalities in individuals, families, communities and populations. Common Good values and attributes of active and global citizenship, entrepreneurial mind-set, responsible leadership, confidence, integrity, creativity, responsibility and confidence are core to the module.