The module will deliver a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of health protection; the theoretical basis for the practice of health protection focused mainly on the United Kingdom; protection from infectious diseases; prevention from harm from hazards involving chemicals , poisons or radiation occur; and preparation for new and emerging threats, such as a bio-terrorist attack or virulent new strains of diseases.
The module will also provide students with some practical insight into the work of the UK Health Security Agency, and into the roles of a range of other professionals who are responsible for or contribute to Health Protection. The Module will be delivered by staff working mainly in the UK Health Security Agency.