Online
Introduction
In this unit, you will explore how policies and systems influence the care and support offered to individuals living with dementia and their care partners. You will analyse national and international strategies, assessing their effects on access, quality and fairness in service provision. Through the content modules and assessment tasks, you will tailor your learnings to your own interests and apply key insights to your personal and professional context. This approach ensures that learning is meaningful and relevant, empowering you to translate theory into practice and make informed contributions within your chosen field.
Summary
| Unit name | Policies and Systems in Dementia 1 |
| Unit code | CAD503 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Joanna Sun |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* 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).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Investigate the role and impact of policies and systems in dementia locally and globally.
- Critically analyse the major drivers of local and public policy in relation to dementia
- Examine policy and system evaluation relevant to health and well-being for people living with dementia
- Critically analyse major national approaches to the design of health care systems in relation to the needs of people with dementia
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online learning - approx. 10 hours per week |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Intro to Evidence (20%)|Short Answer Questions (30%)|MyContext literature review and reflection (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
|---|
The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities, as appropriate.