Assignment Task

Choose and Answer One Question in 2,000 Words

1. What are the arguments for taking a public health approach to obesity rather than addressing the problem as it arrives for individuals? Discuss relevant research to support your answer.
2. “The UK’s ageing population is responsible for unsustainable costs in health and social care.” Discuss.
3. Evaluate the success of end of life strategies with reference to professional practice.
4. Health Inequalities are a major concern in the UK. Discuss the government’s approach to addressing these inequalities.

This assignment has been designed to provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your achievement of the following module learning outcomes:

1. Evaluation of the principal arguments from your sources
2. Recognition of links between the arguments developed in readings and wider debates about health and social sciences
3. Development of well-structured and clearly expressed argument
4. Evidence of independent research and reading that draws on a range of appropriate sources
5. Accurate referencing and reference list

   Task requirements

• The essay should be 1.5 line spaced
• Font must be Arial 12
• Follow the reference guidelines
• Assessment must be within +or – 10% of specified word count

Also,

1. Submit the assignment electronically via e-submission on LSST Connect before 2pm. Make sure you are familiar with the e-submission process prior to the deadline. Please do not attempt to submit assignments to lecturers or in hard copy as these methods are not permitted.
2. You are reminded that it is your responsibility to keep both an electronic and a hard copy of your assignment for future reference. You may be required to produce a copy of your assignment.
3. You are reminded of the University’s regulations on cheating and plagiarism. In submitting your assignment you are acknowledging that you have read and understood these regulations.

Late submission within 10 days of the deadline will result in the mark for the assignment being capped at 40%. Beyond 10 days the work will not be marked.