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Home Economics, Nutrition and Health Promotion
Postgraduate Certificate
Course Details
Course Code | SG_SHOME_N09 |
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Level | 9 |
Duration | 1 year |
Credits | 30 |
Method of Delivery | Online |
Campus Locations | St Angelas |
Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
Course Details
Year 1
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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1 |
Nutrition for Human and Planetary HealthThe 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. Learning Outcomes 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 |
10 | Mandatory |
2 |
Health Promotion for Individuals, Families and CommunitiesEffectual 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. Learning Outcomes 1. Describe and analyse the emergence and development of Health Promotion as a philosophy and practice from the mid-20th century to date |
10 | Mandatory |
Year |
Home Economics: Theory and PracticeThis 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. Learning Outcomes 1. Critically appraise the philosophical and theoretical underpinning of the field of Home Economics. |
10 | Mandatory |
Recommended Study Hours per week
Examination and Assessment
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
Programme Induction will take place on-campus to enable the student group to meet each other, the programme team, and key professional services staff. It is also possible to join the Induction online.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.
Progression
Students may opt to progress to the Master of Science in Home Economics, Nutrition and Health Promotion.
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Entry Requirements
Candidates must hold a cognate Level 8 Bachelor (Hons) degree with a minimum grade classification of H2.2 or equivalent. To qualify for direct entry, a standard applicant must hold an Honours degree (Level 8), with evidence of a 2:2, or higher, in Home Economics or a cognate discipline. Direct feeder programmes in Home Economics within ATU have been identified in detail in Section 3.3.
Applicants with other Level 8 programmes in Home Economics (BEd, BA, BSc, etc.) are also eligible, as are applicants with an honours degree (Level 8) in appropriate aligned / cognate disciplines, e.g. Human Ecology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Nutrition, Health Promotion, etc. Candidates who do not meet the H2.2 performance standard in a Level 8 award will be required to pass a qualifying assignment at a H2.2 performance standard as established by the Programme Board for the programme in question and as approved by the Registrar.
Applicants with Level 8 or Level 9 qualifications in other areas with sufficient work experience, as assessed by ATU, may also be eligible for programme entry.
Holders of the Postgraduate Certificate in Home Economics, Nutrition and Health Promotion are eligible to progress onto the Level 9 MSc Programme.
English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements will be as determined by ATU and as published in the Access, Transfer and Progression code. The current requirements are as follows:
Non-EU applicants who are not English speakers must have a minimum score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component) in the International
English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent. All results must have been achieved within 2 years of application to ATU.
EU applicants who are not English speakers are recommended to have a minimum score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component) in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent.
Recognition of Prior Learning
In accordance with its policies, ATU is committed to the principles of transparency, equity and fairness in recognition of prior learning (RPL) and to the principle of valuing all learning regardless of the mode or place of its acquisition. Recognition of Prior Learning applications for aspects of this programme will be accepted and reviewed in line with the approved ATU RPL policy.
Application Process
Applications for this programme are made directly to the University.
Selection
Direct applicants will be reviewed and places will be offered to eligible candidates until all available programme places are exhausted following the initial application deadline.
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