About the Course

This is an intensive and rigorously delivered course for mid-management level personnel, who want to acquire up-to-date knowledge in the area of sexual and reproductive health (SRH). It discusses contemporary issues and strategies in SRH.

This course carries 135 academic credits. The course is studied and assessed at level 6 of the UK qualifications scale

About Sexual and Reproductive Health

Sexual and Reproductive Health was given an international consensus def inition at the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) in 1994. At its core is the promotion of healthy, voluntary and safe sexual and reproductive choices for individuals and couples, including decisions on family size and timing of marriage, that are fundamental to human well-being. Sexual ity and reproduction are vital aspects of personal identity and key to creating fulfilling personal and social relationships within diverse cultural contexts.SRH does not only involve the reproductive years but emphasizes the need for a life-cycle approach to health. It touches on sensitive, yet important issues for individuals, couples and communities, such as sexuality, gender discrimi nation and male/female power relations. Attainment of SRH depends vitally on the protection of reproductive rights, a set of long-standing accepted norms found in various internationally agreed human rights instruments.

The Current Situation

A lack of access to SRH is a major public health concern, especially in develop ing countries. For example, death and disability due to SRH accounted for 18 percent of the total disease burden globally and 32% of the disease burden among women of reproductive age (15–44) in 2005

Aims of the Course

The College of Venereal Disease Prevention has adopted the goal of providing skill training and contributing to the universal access to reproduc tive health by 2015 as part of its framework for the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Sexual and reproductive health is crucial for the achievement of the MDGs.

To develop the capacity of students to fulfill their responsibilities within management positions in health & health-related organisations.

To provide and update students with information and skills in current reproductive and sexual health issues. In addition to improving knowledge and understanding of Access to family planning services; safe motherhood; prevention efforts as well as treatment of sexual transmitted infections, including HIV/AIDS; and the elimination of gender violence.

The programme will also provide you with skills directly related to development management and communication for developing countries. It will increase your ability to give safe, compassionate and holistic care.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, students should be able to:-

• Develop sexual and reproductive health policies
• Develop strategies for sexual and reproductive healthcare
• Develop and plan for sexual and reproductive health education
• Develop strategies for the prevention of STIs
• Develop policies and procedures for family planning
• Provide sexual health advice

Career Destinations

You will be able to work in hospitals, management, advocacy and policy positions in healthcare institutions, sexual & reproductive health departments, international development agencies, government health departments, consultancy firms, charity and civil society organisations.

Target Audience

It is particularly aimed at you if you are a mid-management professionals from reproductive health, sexual health, health promotion & education and related areas if you wish to improve your conceptual and operational kills in reproductive health management. The course is also suitable for you if you wish to enter into this important field in healthcare.

Course Structure

Year 1
Principles of Reproductive Health (15 credits)
Prevention strategies and Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections (15 credits)
Gender Studies in Reproductive Health (15 credits)
Sexual Health Advice (15 credits)
Family planning, promotion and counselling(15 credits)
Research Methods (15 credits)

Year 2
Field Practice (15 credits)
Dissertation (30 credits)

Assessment

Assessment is by way of continuous essays and written assignments, group work, presentations, field work and research project.

Duration

2 years (by full-time study)

Tuition Fees

Year 1: £3,750
Year 2: £2,450 + £250 Research Project Fee

Entry Requirements

You should have:-

• Completed a degree course from an accredited university; or
• Completed an HND/HND course (or equivalent qualification) at an accredited institution; or
• Worked in management or supervisory level in a mental health, healthcare or health promotion capacity for 2 years or more; or
• Not met the requirements above, but are 25 years with 3 or more years management experience; and
• You must meet the English Language requirements

English Language Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must show competence in spoken and written English, in addition to meeting the entry requirements above. International students must demonstrate competence of the English Language at IELTS 6.5

Commencement Dates

September, January and May each year.

Course Code: FT GDRH