NUTR09013 2019 Public Health Nutrition
Full Title
Public Health Nutrition
Transcript Title
Public Health Nutrition
Code
NUTR09013
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
NUTR - Nutrition
Department
HEAL - Health & Nutritional Sciences
Level
09 - NFQ Level 9
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Irina Uzhova, Laura Keaver
Programme Membership
SG_SPUNU_M09 201900 Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition
Description
This module will provide learners with the competencies to critically evaluate the role of nutrition throughout the lifecycle, the relationship between diet and disease, the factors that influence the food choices we make and current nutritional issues of public health concern in Ireland and globally.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Evaluate the factors that determine nutritional needs throughout the life-cycle
2.
Evaluate the role of nutrition in the aetiology of health problems of widespread importance globally
3.
Appraise the role of cultural, social and psychological factors in shaping the eating habits of an individual
4.
Appraise the global food system and the factors that influence and shape this
5.
Critique and compare current nutritional issues at local, national and global level
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module will be delivered online and will consist of weekly lectures of one hour duration. The second hour will be used for asynchronous learning through discussion forums as well as facilitated group discussions. Learners are recommended to allocate an additional five hours a week for continuous assessment and required reading.
Module Assessment Strategies
This module is 60% continuous assessment and 40% final exam. The continuous assessment will consist of a debate or 'Ted Talk' style presentation and a critical review.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat continuous assessment and/or final exam if required.
Indicative Syllabus
Determinants of food choice; food based dietary guidelines; nutrition and ageing; nutrition and chronic disease; global targets and goals; nutrition literacy; public health nutrition in the media; food poverty; nutritional issues of public health significance
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
60 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
40 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Debate or 'Ted Talk' style video or presentation on an emerging area within Public Health Nutrition | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 30 % | Any | 1,2,5 |
| 2 | Critical review of a nutritional issue of public health significance | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 30 % | Any | 2,3,4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 40 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Directed Learning | Offsite Facility | Self-directed learning | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 5.00 Hours
Online Learning Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Lecture | Online | One hour online lecture and one hour asynchronous learning | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
02/04/2017 Public Health Nutrition Wiley-Blackwell
02/04/2017 Public Health Nutrition Wiley-Blackwell
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Buttriss, L., Welch, A., Kearney, M., Lanham-New, S.A., (2017). Public Health Nutrition . 2nd Edition. Wiley-Blackwell
Journal Resources
Journal of Public Health Nutrition
Journal of Nutrition
European Journal of Nutrition
British Journal of Nutrition
Journal of Nutrition Education and Behaviour
URL Resources
Healthy Ireland https://health.gov.ie/healthy-ireland/
Safefood www.safefood.eu
Food Safety Authority of Ireland www.fsai.ie
Food Standards Agency www.food.gov.uk
Public Health England https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england
European Food Information Council https://www.eufic.org/en/
World Health Organisation www.who.int
Irish Universities Nutrition Alliance www.iuna.net
Other Resources
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