Module: Death, dying and Bereavement (K220)

What shapes understandings of death and dying, and how does this affect the experiences of dying people, bereaved people, those who work with them, and their carers? In this module you will explore the social context of death and dying, considering the impact on end of life care and bereavement support. You’ll engage with real life examples which will enable you to think critically about how practice in this area can be improved. This module is relevant to those working with dying people and their families, or anyone who wants to find out more about death, dying and bereavement.

Level 2 (60 credits). This module can be studied as part of a degree in Health and Social Care, a degree in Public Health and Wellbeing, the Open Degree, or as a stand-alone module.

Postgraduate teaching

We have a number of PhD and Professional Doctorate students exploring issues such as carer resilience, frailty and end of life care, pregnancy loss, and historical aspects of death and dying. We are interested in new PhD projects (either self-funded or via a studentship) and are actively exploring the possibilities for future co-funded studentships.

More information about PhDs in this field and potential supervisors.