Social Perspectives in Public Health (PUBH7620)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2017
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Public Health School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
L 2.5
Assessment methods
Workbook 30%, Field Report 30%, Case Study 40%
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Course description
Description: This course introduces students to the contribution of social science disciplines to the identification and solution of public health problems. It uses particular health problems, such as diabetes, cancer or HIV/AIDS, to examine individual and community issues and responses.
