Supporting Sexual Wellbeing in Cancer Care
Everything you need to know
- Start date: May 2027
- End date: August 2027
- Module leader: Laura Jacques
- Level: 7
- Credits: 15
Introduction
This module explores the impact of cancer and its treatment on sexual function and wellbeing.
You will critically examine evidence, theory, and practice, addressing body image, intimacy, and relationships. Reflective learning and multidisciplinary perspectives support the development of skills to provide compassionate, patient-centred care for people affected by cancer.
Who is this course/module for?
Healthcare and allied health professionals working with people affected by cancer.
Practitioners seeking to enhance knowledge and confidence in addressing sexual wellbeing.
Professionals interested in delivering compassionate, evidence-informed, patient-centred care for patients and partners.
What you’ll learn
Critically assess the impact of cancer and its treatment on sexual function and wellbeing. Evaluate evidence-based interventions and support strategies. Reflect on professional roles and multidisciplinary collaboration to provide patient-centred care addressing body image, intimacy, and relationships, applying ethical, clinical, and culturally sensitive approaches across the cancer care pathway.
Skills you’ll gain
Assess sexual and psychosocial consequences of cancer and its treatment.
Apply evidence-based interventions to support sexual wellbeing for patients and partners.
Navigate ethical, cultural, and legal considerations in sexual care.
Reflect on personal practice and contributions within multidisciplinary teams.
Develop confidence to deliver patient-centred, compassionate care in sexual health.
How you’ll learn
Engage in flexible online study using pre-recorded lectures, readings, and case studies. Formative and reflective activities support understanding of sexual wellbeing principles. You will critically appraise evidence, explore interventions, and reflect on professional practice and multidisciplinary collaboration to develop skills and confidence in supporting patients and partners affected by cancer.
Fees and Funding for 2026/27
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £915 EU / International students: £930 - The University cannot sponsor a Student Visa for CPD modules. However, if you already have permission to study in the UK, you can apply. If you’re unsure whether your visa allows this, please contact the International Experience Team at hallamhelp@shu.ac.uk to discuss your options. |
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| How to apply |
You can apply for this module using our online admissions form. After you have registered or logged in, select the module title under "Please choose your first module". |
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Entry requirements
Relevant professional qualification
Relevant work experience
Reliable internet connection
If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill area
The above must be evidenced in your application form -
Attendance
Delivery Method:
Distance learning (fully online, independent study). Delivered entirely online through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), with no live sessions. Students study independently using guided materials and activities, with online academic support available to help them stay on track.
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Provisional timetable
This module does not have a specific timetable of study days and times, that you are expected to attend. Your tutor will direct you through a series of learning resources and activities, including non-live discussions and live webinars. The latter will be recorded for people who cannot join the live sessions. If you would like to know the times for the live sessions in advance, you can request this from the module leader anytime from 17th August 2026.
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Coursework
Successful completion of this module will earn you 15 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Laura Jacques - L.Jacques@shu.ac.uk or contact the student experience team: