Overview
The Public Health Perspectives on Violence and Managing Perpetrators programme at the University of Worcester explores the role of public health in preventing domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. You will examine the influence of culture, faith and religious beliefs on victims, survivors and community responses.
The programme analyses the attitudes, behaviours and relationship tactics of perpetrators. You will also critically evaluate interventions and approaches used to prevent violence and manage perpetrators within socially and culturally specific contexts.
Why study the Public Health Perspectives on Violence and Managing Perpetrators programme at the University of Worcester?
You will develop an advanced understanding of legislation, policies and professional practices related to perpetration and violence prevention. Learning activities include interactive lectures, multimedia resources, discussions, critical analysis and reflective work.
Completing the Public Health Perspectives on Violence and Managing Perpetrators programme at the University of Worcester can prepare you for roles supporting victims and survivors or working with perpetrators of abuse. The module can also contribute to the Understanding Domestic and Sexual Violence MA or PGCert.
Programme Structure
Course include:
Public health approaches to violence prevention
Perpetrator attitudes and behaviour
Domestic, sexual and gender-based violence
Cultural, faith and social perspectives
Legislation, policy and professional practice
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Worcester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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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
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Other requirements
General requirements
Prospective students will be required to have:
- A relevant first degree gained at a 2.1 (or equivalent level) in a health related or social science discipline, or similar subject disciplineor
- A relevant professional qualification and experience, including but not exclusively, Social Work, Police, Probation, Health and Educationor
- Current or past experience (a minimum of six months) of working with victims or perpetrators of Domestic and Sexual Violence.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1575 GBP / full≈ 1575 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1575 GBP / full≈ 1575 GBP / full
Living costs
Worcester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.