Health and Work

Short Course - 30 credits at SCQF level 9 or 11 | 7.5 or 15 ECTS points

Short Course & Professional Development

Explore the relationship between health and work and the role of occupational health in promoting, protecting, and improving worker health and wellbeing through evidence-based practice, health promotion, and professional decision-making.

This module explores the relationship between health and work and the role of occupational health in promoting, protecting, and improving worker health and wellbeing. You will examine occupational and public health, fitness for work, health promotion, evidence-informed practice, policy, ethics, diversity, communication, collaboration, and the use of technology to support positive health outcomes in the workplace.

Mode of Study

Online Learning

Mode of Attendance

Part Time

Start Date

January

Course Length

12 weeks

This online module explores the relationship between health and work, examining how occupational health contributes to promoting, protecting, and improving worker health and wellbeing throughout working life.

You will study the relationship between occupational and public health, fitness for work, health promotion, and the evidence, policy, and strategic frameworks that underpin occupational health practice.

The module also explores professional practice, including ethics, diversity, communication, collaboration, and the use of technology to support evidence-informed decision-making and improve occupational and public health outcomes.

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Detailed Module Information - BSc SCQF Level 9 - SH2007 Health and Work

Detailed Module Information - MSc SCQF Level 11 - SHM015 Health and Work

Learning Methods

This module is delivered online via our Virtual Learning Environment Moodle.

Through online learning activities and practical workplace scenarios, you will develop the knowledge and skills to apply occupational health principles in a range of workplace settings.

Activity Summary

Tutorials - 20 students per group, 20 hours per semester
Independent Study - 280 hours per semester

Assessment

This module is assessed via an oral assessment and/or presentation.

Staff Delivering on This Course

Students are supported by an experienced academic team with expertise in occupational health and online education.

Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.

The Inclusion Centre

Online Learning & Support

All undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether you are learning on campus or by online learning, benefit from using our collaborative virtual learning environment, Moodle. You will be provided with 24/7 online access to your learning material and resources, along with the ability to interact with your class members and tutors for discussion and support.

Moodle

Study Skills Support

The Study Skills Team provides training and support to all students in:

Academic writing
Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)
Maths and statistics
Information technology support

Study Skills Support

Library Support

The Library offers support for your course, including the books, eBooks, and journals you will need. We also offer online reading lists for many modules, workshops and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing, and much more.

University Library

Career Prospects

Credit from this module may contribute to the BSc Occupational Health or MSc Advanced Occupational Health Practice courses and through RGUflex and the School of Health CPD Framework.

School of Health CPD Framework

This module is included in our flexible CPD framework, which provides further study for healthcare professionals in a range of topics relevant to your subject area and is designed to support your professional development.

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RGUflex

Collect academic credit flexibly and claim an award from the University. RGUflex delivers on-demand flexible learning where you can upskill, reskill or pursue a passion. It can also be used by employers to allow them to build an education pathway for their employees to gain the skills and knowledge to meet business needs.

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Standard Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this programme will normally be a suitable qualification as a registered health professional in a relevant topic and working in Occupational Health.

If you do not meet the entry requirements, please contact us to discuss further.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 7.0 overall, with no component lower than 6.5, or an equivalent, per the Academic Academic Regulation A2: Admission and Enrolment.

We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:

English Language requirements

Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact admissions@rgu.ac.uk for further information.

Academic Year 2026/2027

SCQF Level 9

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SCQF Level 11

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Additional Costs

Some other costs are not included in the course fees:

Accommodation and Living Costs
Printing

Other Fees and Costs

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