This subject is concerned with the philosophical, ethical, theoretical and disciplinary foundations of the evolving field of health promotion and effective health promotion action. You will learn about psychological, organisational, social and political theories, models and conceptual frameworks, and the role of these in guiding health promotion practice. You will gain skills in using a theoretically-sound, evidence-informed and ethical approach to design action. These skills include: interpreting the problem to solve or goal to achieve; mapping determinants; assessing current strengths, capacities and needs; identifying potential partners; and using theory, evidence and partners to design appropriate health promotion action. The role of systems thinking in planning and action will be introduced, along with settings-based approaches to prevention and health promotion.
