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Overview
The need to understand individuals holistically - taking into account cultural beliefs, values and attitudes, and social context - is gaining importance due to the complexity of mental health problems and the increased need for services for different ethnic groups and for individuals whose lives have changed due to civil unrest.
What you will learn
During this Contemporary Issues in Mental Health Care module at Anglia Ruskin University, you’ll examine how mental health is represented in the news, on social media and in fictional sources, including films and literature; you’ll further explore how this portrayal can impact upon interpretations of mental health and mental illness within a given society.
You’ll study the delivery of culturally appropriate health care and how this knowledge can be applied in practice.
Programme Structure
During the module you will:- Critically evaluate theories and approaches in cross-cultural mental health care
- Analyse and synthesise the management of mental health problems across different societies
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding and application of underpinning concepts to provide care that addresses contemporary issues in mental health care
- Consider and critically evaluate the impact of stigmatization of mental illness via the media
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- Face to face: 15 May
- Online: 19 May
Language
English
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences Health Informatics View 63 other Short Courses in Health Informatics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Whatever your background is, this course will meet your personal, professional and educational needs through engaging with innovation, research and leadership.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1850 GBP / full≈ 1850 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1850 GBP / full≈ 1850 GBP / full
Living costs
Cambridge
United Kingdom
846 - 1465 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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