Health and Social Studies - BA (Hons)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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This BA (Hons) Health and Social Studies course focuses on topical health issues including sociology, psychology, public health, rural health issues, health care ethics and the integration of health and social care.In the first year you will be introduced to the many factors that influence health and wellbeing and the issues which need considered in defining what it means to be healthy. You will also develop skills in academic enquiry and writing.The second and third years build on this ...Read more

This BA (Hons) Health and Social Studies course focuses on topical health issues including sociology, psychology, public health, rural health issues, health care ethics and the integration of health and social care.In the first year you will be introduced to the many factors that influence health and wellbeing and the issues which need considered in defining what it means to be healthy. You will also develop skills in academic enquiry and writing.The second and third years build on this knowledge and look more closely at health promotion, public health, ethics, partnership working and collaboration, and skills in research.The fourth year gives the opportunity to further build on knowledge and skills in these areas, and undertake a dissertation.

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SR
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24 Jul 22

UHI is a fantastic university for distance learning courses. The support that they provide is assuring, teachers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the intended learning outcomes..Read more

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£6,420 per year

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£6,420 per year

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£1,820 per year

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£6,420 per year

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Students from Wales

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£6,420 per year

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£6,420 per year

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£7,080 per year

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£7,080 per year

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24 Jul 22
UHI is a fantastic university for distance learning courses. The support that they provide is assuring, teachers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the intended learning outcomes...
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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
UHI Argyll Glenshellach Business Park Oban Scotland PA34 4RY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Inverkip  2.1 miles away

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