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Overview
What you will study
On successful completion of the Population Health course offered by The University of Lancashire, you will be able to:
- Discuss in detail the current system of population health in the UK.
- Assess how macro data sets identify sub-sets of the population at higher risk.
- Interpret big data in research and the relationship with third parties and public sector held data.
- Evaluate how macro data sets can contribute to reduce health inequalities.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Principles of population health and the current NHS/social care environment. This includes an understanding of health inequalities and determinants of health
- How ‘big data’ contributes to health surveillance and reduced risk in for example infectious disease
- Macro data sets on population health and metrics and how this can be used to benefit healthcare
- Identifying high risk individuals and the ethical constraints of such research
- Big data in research and relationships with third parties. For example technology and pharmaceutical industries
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- For further information and to obtain an application form please email the university’s CPD Team.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
20 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Preston, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- British honours degree (2:2 class or above) or equivalent in a relevant subject from an approved institution of higher education
- GCSE Grade C or above in English Language / IELTS Level 6.5 or equivalent
- Non-standard applicants are welcomed. Recognition of Prior and Work-Based Learning in accordance with University regulations may be available
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1600 GBP / full≈ 1600 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1600 GBP / full≈ 1600 GBP / full
Funding
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