PUBH 7003 Approaches to Epidemiology
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 400856
Coordinator Christine Taylor Opens in new window
Description This unit presents the principles, strategies and activities associated with social epidemiology and the contribution that this epidemiology makes to the understanding of health and illness of individuals, families and communities. Consideration of social epidemiology in supplementing classical approaches is included, as is consideration of primary health care epidemiology in relation to health service delivery and planning. Students will explore the consequences of primary health care decision making that will enable evidence-based health care practice and relate it to their practice.
School Nursing & Midwifery
Discipline Epidemiology
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject
Equivalent Subjects LGYB 9174 - Approaches to Epidemiology
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate program.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 1500 words | 40 | N | Individual |
| Analytical Paper | 2500 words | 60 | N | Individual |
| Asynchronous discussion board participation 3 threads: Activity A - Introductory discussion; Activity B - Inquiry Based discussion; Activity C - Explorative based discussion | Max. 250 words each | S/U | Y | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- There is no essential textbook.
Teaching Periods