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19 Jan 2027 (Available)
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Public Health Policy, Politics and Economics module (UZVYBX-15-M) 19/01/27
Course overview
Public health is a field that is intimately linked to politics and economics. This module aims to equip students with ideas from political science and policy studies to enable them to examine the origins, context and impacts of major public health issues. In addition, students learn how to apply economic frameworks to interpret the value of public health interventions. The module strikes a balance between building theoretical knowledge and understanding and practical application for anyone interested in promoting public health.
Teaching and learning methods:
The module is taught through a combination of formal lectures and interactive group sessions, including workshops and seminars. It is supplemented with self directed study via online tasks, exercises and tailored reading.
Assessment strategy:
The assessment strategy comprises a summative project of 3000 words with scheduled and unscheduled support to prepare for the assessment. Drawing upon key concepts in policy, politics and economics, students critically discuss the origins and implementation of a selected public health initiative. As part of the assessment process students are asked to submit an outline of their project and provided with opportunities peer and staff-based formative assessment.
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