Indigenous and Global Health
PostgraduateCUR-INH1902018
Course information for 2018 intake
Investigate the cause and effects of morbidity and mortality in Indigenous people. Compare the social, economic and political influences impacting health services.Analyse the healthcare barriers at risk people face in developing countries.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- -
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Indigenous and Global Health
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- evaluate the social, political, historical, environmental and cultural basis of indigenous health in both an Australian and global context
- analyse current patterns of morbidity and morality in indigenous, non-indigenous and culturally diverse populations and health disparities
- critically examine issues in measuring health outcomes in indigenous and culturally diverse populations
- synthesise the intercultural knowledge and skills necessary to work and communicate effectively across indigenous, non-indigenous, and culturally diverse social and health settings.
- Introduction to Indigenous health
- Common characteristics of Indigenous societies
- Globalisation, development and the environment
- Morbidity and Mortality in Indigenous Populations: Global Overview and the Diseases of Poverty and Disadvantage
- Morbidity and Mortality in Indigenous Population: Chronic Disease and Mental Health in Indigenous People
- Health Services for Indigenous Populations in Developing Countries
- Health Systems and Approaches for Indigenous Peoples in Developing Countries
- Access and Barriers to Utilisation of Health Services for Indigenous Populations
- Intercultural Communication Skills in Indigenous Health Care
This subject will explore the health of vulnerable populations, including the Australian Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, South Sea Islander persons, and Indigenous populations’ global and local perspectives. Epidemiological aspects of Indigenous, non-Indigenous health; patterns of morbidity and mortality, and geographic, social, economic and political determinants will be critically investigated. Basic principles underpinning healthcare delivery to Indigenous, non-Indigenous and culturally diverse peoples; healthcare delivery and resource allocation and models of practice are analysed. Students will also explore cultural awareness, culturally-informed practice and beginning cultural competence and migrant and refugee health.
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- Critical discussion paper (30%)
- Presentation (30%)
- Critical review (40%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Equivalent subjects
You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:
CUR-INH180 (Not currently available)
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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