And identify challenges and implications relation public health issues
Weighting 25% in total
Length 1,000-1,500 words (excluding references)
An argument (you need to take a position and argue for it using evidence and normative elements to support your argument;
Descriptive elements (e.g. the evidence-base);
Tasks (note: some of these points do not need to be addressed in the order listed)
Choose one topic from those provided - see A2 & A4 Choice of Topics in Moodle
Argue: critically analyse and discuss how the ethical tensions/challenges/issues arising from this topic have not been adequately addressed, and what are the strengths and/or bene�ts from the approach you are taking/considering.
Below we have added some further elaboration on points you could consider. You are not required to include each and every one, but a good selection to demonstrate your ability to recognise the complex ethical tensions of public health policy and practice. In preparing this assignment, it will be up to you to give due consideration (through discussion, argument, justi�cation as applicable) to what you think are pertinent factors:
Consider who are the population groups that bene�t and those who don’t from the current approach – could this be done differently and if so, what are the ethical/moral implications of doing things differently or doing nothing?
Are there ethical dimensions to this case/issue that are not addressed in the literature? If so, what are the ‘silences’ and why do you think they are not addressed in policy and/or debate? What might be at stake?
Apply critical analytical skills for examining the ethical challenges in developing public health and/or health management policy
Identify and apply ethical frameworks applicable to a variety of substantive areas in public health
Marked out of 50. Weighting 25% of course grade
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Knowledge and understanding of ethical frameworks and concepts in public health |
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Demonstrates understanding of public health ethics issues by:
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15 |
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N.B. All direct quotes must have page numbers included in-text. For APA and |
5 |
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