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Duration
14 weeks
Study method
100% Online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
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Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Start dates
- 20 Feb 2023
- 10 Jul 2023
Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
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QS Ranking 2022
18
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
23
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In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- TAS-MPH-GCE-2022
- TAS-MPH-GCE-2023
Elective
- TAS-SCM-GDI-2022
- TAS-SCM-GDI-2023
- TAS-CPH-GDI-2023
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
This subject introduces the scope of public health practice in the 21st century and the social, political and economic context within which public health practitioners operate. The subject combines theoretical and practical material to assist students to understand the social and economic determinants of health, the importance of improved equity to raising health standards worldwide, nationally and locally, and the ways in which communities can be engaged and empowered to identify and address issues that affect their health. Different health outcomes for people across a range of communities will be critically examined in relation to public health practice.
- Conference Abstract plus Presentation (30%)
- Discussion Posts (Online) (20%)
- Essay (50%)
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