L‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‍‍‌‍‍earning Outcomes to be assessed: • Demonstrate knowledge an

L‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‍‍‌‍‍earning Outcomes to be assessed: • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the principles, concept and theories of epidemiology; • Demonstrate understanding of key epidemiological methods, measures and indicators such as prevalence, incidence, odds and risk ratios, attributable risks and epidemiological research methods • Analyse and evaluate epidemiological data and use them to inform public health practice • Apply quantitative health measures in a selective and considered way Assessment Overview A Case Report 100% (1,500 Words) Key Components and Task: Investigate the epidemiology of the health-related behaviour of sedentary behaviour in the United Kingdom and provide implications for policy, practice and future research. It must include the following components: Introduction Describe the problem and context of the chosen behaviour to show why it is a problem and deserves to be studied. At the end of this section state the objective/s of your paper. • You may wish to focus on a specific demographic focus (e.g children, older adults, pregnant women, racially minoritised groups) Prevalence and determinants of the behaviour Analyse the scale and burden of the behaviour . by reporting and analysing prevalence and other measures of occurrence in the chosen context. This may include distribution by person place and time if applicable such as prevalence in different age groups, communities, times etc. Analyse determinants of the behaviour by reporting and analysing odds ratios and/or risk ratios for association between the risk factors and the behaviour. Effect of the behaviour on health Analyse the effect of the behaviour on health . by reporting odds ratios and/or risk ratios for association between the behaviour and the health outcomes (morbidity, mortality). Show your understanding of epidemiological study designs (case-control studies, cohort studies systematic reviews and meta-analyses etc.) and their strengths and weaknesses Include in-text references to support all of your claims. Control and prevention/promotion Discuss some control/prevention interventions/programs that have been tried to address the behaviour in your chosen context or if not available, in a similar context elsewhere, and how effective they have been. Conclusion and recommendations What policy, practice or research recommendations could you make to address the issues identified? Justify your recommendations based on your analysis and support with empirical evidence. Bibliography • Maximum of 25 references using Harvard referencing • Should mostly contain peer-reviewed journal articles Case Report Guidance: i) Write 1,500 word case report on sedentary health behaviour ii) Assignment to be accurately referenced using the Harvard reference system, with up to 25 references. iii) Ensure you are aware of polices and practice on good academic practice and plagiarism. iv) It is important that you structure your case report using the guidance above. v) Assignments ‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‍‍‌‍‍will be marked for accuracy, case report structure, effective use of evidence, thoroughness of knowledge and conceptual understanding. vi) Content is evaluated on the basis of the extent to which the learning outcomes and other requirements of the assessment have been met, within the maximum stated word limit. Helpful resources: • Bonita, R., Beaglehole, R. & Kjellstrom, T. (2006). Basic Epidemiology (2nd Ed.). Geneva: World Health Organisation. Generic Masters-level Grade Descriptors These generic grade descriptors are intended to be used as a tool throughout the assessment process (in assessment design, marking/grading, moderation, feedback and appraisal) for any assessment set at Masters Level in the University. They are designed to show no disciplinary bias and are not intended to act as surrogate award or award classification descriptors. The grade descriptors should be read in conjunction with the learning outcomes associated with the assessment. Grade A++ Work of exceptionally high quality, commensurate with publication in a highly esteemed peer-reviewed journal. Clearly demonstrates a sophisticated, critical and thorough understanding of the topic. Provides clear evidence of originality and clearly demonstrates the ability to develop an independent, highly systematic and logical or insightful argument or evaluation. Demonstrates exceptional ability in the appropriate use of the relevant literature, theory, methodologies, practices, tools, etc., to analyse and synthesise at Masters Level. Shows exceptional clarity, focus and cogency in communication. Grade Band A (A+, A, A-) Clearly demonstrates a sophisticated, critical and thorough understanding of the topic. Provides evidence of originality of thought and clearly demonstrates the ability to develop an independent, highly systematic and logical or insightful argument or evaluation. Demonstrates excellence in the appropriate use of the relevant literature, theory, methodologies, practices, tools, etc., to analyse and synthesise at Masters Level. Shows excellent clarity, focus and cogency in communication. Grade Band B (B+, B, B-) Clearly demonstrates a well-developed, critical and comprehensive understanding of the topic. Clearly demonstrates the ability to develop an independent, systematic and logical or insightful argument or evaluation. Demonstrates a high degree of competence in the appropriate use of the relevant literature, theory, methodologies, practices, tools, etc., to analyse and synthesise at Masters Level. Shows a high level of clarity, focus and cogency in communication. Grade Band C (C+, C, C-) Demonstrates a critical and substantial understanding of the topic. Demonstrates the ability to develop an independent, systematic and logical or insightful argument or evaluation. Demonstrates a significant degree of competence in the appropriate use of the relevant literature, theory, methodologies, practices, tools, etc., to analyse and synthesise at Masters Level. Provides evidence of clarity, focus and cogency ‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‍‍‌‍‍in communication.