This module aims to enable Home Economics professionals to critically engage with the international literature pertaining to the theory, philosophy, and mission of the field of Home Economics so as to inform their professional practice. By examining the underpinning theory and practice of Home Economics, students will have the opportunity to analyse the role of Home Economics, as a dynamic field, in addressing real life problems in a healthy, sustainable and responsible way.

1. Critically appraise the philosophical and theoretical underpinning of the field of Home Economics.
2. Explore historical perspectives and the evolution of Home Economics
3. Discuss the contribution, and responsiveness, of the field of Home Economics within an ever-changing societal context.
4. Examine emerging issues in Home Economics policy and practice.
5. Critically evaluate relevant national and international policy concerning professional practice within the context of Home Economics.
6. Articulate and apply their own philosophy of Home Economics for professional practice

The current global food system is flawed, as is evidenced by escalating climate change and the surge in diet-related disease worldwide. This theoretical module is designed to enable students to gain a deep understanding of the impact of nutrition and food consumption practices on human and planetary health and to develop an appreciation of the reciprocity between dietary intake and sustainable food systems.

1. Anal yse the latest scientific evidenc e pertaining to the role of nutrition to improve health and prevent diet related diseases at d istinct stages of the life cycle
2. Appraise the role of sustainable food systems on human and planetary health
3. Interperpret the impact of social, economic, political and environmental factors on the development of sustainable dietary guidelines acr oss populations
4. Critically evaluate evidence-based policy and practice for sustainable diets and healthy eating

Effectual health promotion in practice has a positive potential for improving health outcomes and overall quality of life. This theoretical module is designed to develop students' ability to critically evaluate contemporary health promotion policies, interventions and frameworks. It will enable students to foster an approach to health promotion that will empower individuals, families and communities to adopt behaviours for healthy living and to make informed choices in a supportive environment. This module has been developed with a focus on promoting wellbeing across various societal levels. It will afford students the opportunity to evaluate policies, theories and models that support the practice of health promotion and address diverse health needs effectively.

1. Describe and analyse the emergence and development of Health Promotion as a philosophy and practice from the mid-20th century to date
2. Critically examine the theoretical background to the concepts and principles of health promotion and the application of theory to practice
3. Critically evaluate existing health promotion interventions and policies , nationally and internationally
4. Critically appraise theories and models employed in health promotion practi ce
5. Evaluate the evidence for effective health promotion interventions for specific target population sub-groups
6. Critique the social determinants of health with awareness to policy, systemic differences, resourcing, and inequalities that exist between socioeconomic positions, classes, genders, ethnicities which impact on individuals, families and communities.
7. Demonstrate professional competency and collaboration in the development, applicat ion and implementation of health promotion strategies and wellbeing promotion for individuals, families and communities across various societal levels

The Applied Research Practicum module will support and guide participants in the practicalities of undertaking a self-selected research study in order that the carefully defined research question is addressed in a valid and rigorous manner which can contribute to the body of knowledge in the chosen subject area and to the discipline specific programme themes. The module will provide students with a forum to explore their own, as well as other, approaches to the research endeavour and will address the challenges of conducting contemporary applied and empirical research.

1. Choose a topic for a small-scale research study and select and synthesise pertinent information and literature to soundly establish the rationale, potential scope and context of the project
2. Critically evaluate the theoretical underpinnings of the chosen research design and methodology
3. Demonstrate coherence between the chosen research methodology and the search strategy process, sampling process, data collection and data analysis processes used
4. Effectively navigate the challenges of real-world enquiry in relation to gaining access to data/participants and ethical approval processes as appropriate
5. Justify the choice of research design and data collection methods and data management and analysis mechanisms and defend the interpretation of results
6. Critically defend the appraisal, analysis, synthesis and interpretation of the research data
7. Demonstrate competency to independently manage a small-scale research study effectively (including project, time, people and resource management), liaising appropriately with the given support structure / supervisor/s
8. In a format suitable for publication in an identified peer reviewed journal OR in the format of a conventional research dissertation, interpret and communicate research findings clearly, critically and objectively
9. Provide a critical discussion/synthesis of research findings in relation to existing current literature and appraise research outcomes within the context of the discipline and own professional practice
10. Advance measurable and well-supported recommendations for professional practice/ education/ research/policy