*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 (see
Withdrawal dates explained for more information).
This unit will introduce students to the concepts of health, determinants of health, and the health care system in Australia. It will briefly introduce discussion of the effects of lifestyle, and the promotion and monitoring of health. Students will start to critically assess scientific literature and may be involved in case studies or a site visit in areas related to their program. Presentation, analysis and handling of data at levels appropriate to the students' background and undergraduate program will be introduced with relevant examples.
WEIGHT:
12.5%
ASSESSMENT: Mid semester test; data handling test (weeks 11 & 12);three assignments.
TEACHING PATTERN: Two hour lecture or two hour tutorial, plus on-line material
FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS Note: Class attendance may still be required
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