Courses & Units
Foundations of Public Health CAM106
Introduction
This unit introduces students to the foundation knowledge, skills and conceptual frameworks that underpin contemporary public health practice. It explores the biological, social, economic and environmental determinants of health and wellbeing as a basis for developing strategies and systems that promote and protect health. It explores the history of public health and the lessons we must learn and apply to sustain and enhance the health of populations, now and into the future.
Summary
| Unit name | Foundations of Public Health |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAM106 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Miss Nicola Gadd |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
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Learning Outcomes
- Describe the principles and attributes of public health responses to contemporary and emerging health challenges
- Analyse the distribution and determinants of health and wellbeing of populations
- Describe major population health challenges and priorities including strategies for health promotion and health protection
- Describe the role of different health professionals and disciplines in developing effective public health solutions
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061399 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,648.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2hr weekly workshops, 3hr weekly independent learning, 3hr weekly individual self-directed study |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Weekly quizzes (20%)|Determinant Analysis (30%)|Photovoice (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings and other resources will be provided through MyLO. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | You can access the reading list for this unit from the link in MyLO or by going directly to the reading lists page on the University Library website. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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