In this course, sexual health will be approached from a public health perspective. The focus is oriented towards sexual health issues of populations rather than that of individuals (Wellings et al, Sexual Health. A Public Health Perspective, 2012). Different subjects related to sexual health will be discussed in more detail in order to come to a better understanding of sexual health in its context. In the tutorials, sexual health is also explored in relation to society and the individual.

The aim of the course is to give an overview of recent scientific knowledge and insights about sexual health and sexual behaviour. Opportunities and threats for a healthy sexual human development and behaviour will be discussed.

Contact hours listed under a course description may vary due to the combination of lecture-based and independent work required for each course therefore, CEA's recommended credits are based on the ECTS credits assigned by VU Amsterdam. 1 ECTS equals 28 contact hours assigned by VU Amsterdam.