The aim of this module is to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse determinants of physical activity and eating behaviours, emphasising a systems thinking approach. Students will be guided in using evidence-based frameworks, models and theories to explore how biological, social, environmental, cultural and political factors interact to influence behaviours. Students will explore inequalities in behaviours and the importance of context in understanding determinants and will develop skills in applying this understanding.

This module aims to develop students’ knowledge and skills in the analysis and interpretation of health-related data for public health applications. Topics covered will include aspects of beginner coding, epidemiological methods, behavioural analysis and analysis of public health data sources.

The aim of this module is for students to develop advanced knowledge, critical understanding and applied skills relating to the planning, design, implementation and evaluation of public health interventions aimed at improving physical activity, nutrition and associated health outcomes. Students will engage with key theoretical models, frameworks and evidence that inform intervention development across different populations and settings. The module will foster critical thinking around the complexities of behaviour change through case studies related to different behaviours, outcomes and target populations.