PUBH6304Global Health

Course handbook

Description

This course will focus on health issues that transcend national boundaries and on regions disproportionately affected by poverty and ill-health. It will bring together participants to share experiences, and to further their understanding of the relationships between poverty, development, social and other determinants of health, and of global health emergencies. A series of case studies will be used to explore and illustrate these issues. Students will apply their learning to a global health priority area and develop a plan for a local intervention that contributes to improving global health.

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Describe some basic terms related to Global Health;

2. Explain and critically evaluate health transitions and the relationships between poverty, development and other the social determinants of health;

3. Identify and critique the role of current Groups and Organizations in Global Health and that of Development Assistance for Global Health;

4. Analyse current cross cutting issues and evidence based responses in Global Health; and

5. Demonstrate an understanding of health impacts in response to global emergencies and population displacement.

Content

This course will include the following topics:

1. Health for All;
2. Health, Wealth and Development;
3. Infectious Diseases;
4. Non Communicable Diseases;
5. Sexual and Reproductive Health;
6. Child & Adolescent Health;
7. Mental Health;
8. Environmental Health; and
9. Emergencies and Population Displacement.

Assumed knowledge

Students will have a qualification or experience in a health-related field, and will have an understanding of the basic principles of public health.

Assessment items

Written Assignment: Assignment 1

Written Assignment: Assignment 2

Online Learning Activity: Online Learning Activity

Contact hours

Callaghan

Online