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IPHFORK2-09H International Public Health Course description
- Course name in Norwegian
- International Public Health
- Study programme
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Bachelor's Degree in Occupational TherapyInternational Public Health
- Weight
- 18.0 ECTS
- Year of study
- 2021/2022
- Programme description
- Course history
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Introduction
On completion of the course, the PhD candidate has achieved the following learning outcomes, defined in terms of knowledge, skills, and general competence:
Knowledge
The PhD candidate:
- is at the forefront of knowledge of methodologies related to the development of concepts and theories
- has an in-depth understanding of the relationship between human experience, concepts, and theories in a health science context
Skills
The PhD candidate can:
- develop a conceptual and/or theoretical framework related to his or her own research
- identify relevant clinical phenomena in order to develop concepts and theories
- analyse and interpret research findings related to concept and theory development
- address complex scientific issues and challenge established knowledge and practice in concept and theory development
General competence
The PhD candidate can:
- argue in favour of particular methodologies in concept and theory development on the basis of scientific theory
- participate in discussions on concept and theory development
Required preliminary courses
Work and teaching methods consist of lectures, seminars, and self-study. The outcomes of the seminars are presented and discussed in plenary sessions.
Learning outcomes
Part I - The Scope of Global Public Health
5 ECTS.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this part, the student will achieve the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student is able to
- describe the challenges in welfare systems, relevant national legislation, and international agreements
- describe the past, and present developments and achievements of public health and discuss possible future challenges within the field
- describe social inequalities in health and their consequences nationally and globally
- describe epidemiology and different cost analyses, and discuss inter-professional, inter-sectoral and evidence-based interventions with target groups
- discuss the principles of universal design from a human rights and democratic perspective
Skills
The student is able to
- address challenges in public health and demonstrate how to intervene professionally in collaboration with others
- demonstrate communication skills to improve health literacy
- search for relevant research, analyse these and apply to the findings in their assignment
General competences
The student is able to
- apply the tools of innovation and entrepreneurship in public health issues and communicate the results to an audience
- reflect upon ethical issues and discuss intercultural perspectives in public health
Part II - Environmental Conditions and Population Health
5 ECTS.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this part, the student will achieve the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student is able to
- discuss the interactions between the environment and sustainable development, and their effect on health
- describe health care emergency interventions following different types of disasters, and discuss challenges encountered
- discuss inter-professional and inter-sectoral interventions focusing on communicable and non-communicable diseases, including mental conditions
- describe how inter-professional and inter-sectoral practice might contribute to improve and promote mental health
- describe the distribution of different types of injuries nationally and globally and how to prevent them
- discuss how to promote occupational health and to prevent occupational health hazards
- discuss theoretical models for behavioral change and their application
Skills
The student is able to
- reflect upon priorities in public health and the consequences for population health
- demonstrate communication skills to strengthen social capital through social marketing and reflect on intervention strategies and their efficacy
- reflect upon a comprehensive view of humanity and human rights
General competences
The student is able to
- reflect upon diversity and how different ethnic, religious and cultural background may influence communication between people
- demonstrate how to disseminate public health knowledge collaboratively with target groups and stakeholders
- apply research methods in solving public health problems
Part III - Family Health
5 ECTS.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this part, the student will achieve the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student is able to
- discuss theoretical models for behavioral change and their application
- reflect on the complexity of health determinants throughout the life cycle
- discuss the role of activities and social participation in health promotion (occupational science)
- describe national and global vaccination programs, and discuss their impact and challenges involved including ethical issues
Skills
The student is able to
- reflect upon communication and collaboration within an inter-professional team
- develop interactive and critical health education information to improve family health
- identify and describe different information channels to promote health education and knowledge sharing
General competences
The student is able to
- reflect upon ethical issues, conflicts in personal values, and inter-professional and inter-sectoral approaches in family health
- reflect upon the role of public-private partnership as an asset in public health
- describe social entrepreneurship and societal transformation as a tool for implementation of a public health activity
Part IV - Inter-professional Health Care in International Public Health
3 ECTS.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this part the student will achieve the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student is able to
- describe the core elements of their own profession in health and social services in their own country, and discuss the contribution to inter-professional and inter-sectoral collaboration
- describe strategies and decision-making in health and social services, and discuss different approaches in health promotion
Skills
The student is able to
- reflect upon clinical reasoning in evidence based practice, from client-centered theoretical perspectives
- reflect upon ethical dilemmas in their own profession
- apply health care processes and procedures to promote interventions for individuals and groups
General competences
The student is able to
- communicate intercultural awareness and reflect on ethical dilemmas
Teaching and learning methods
Pass / Fail
Course requirements
One internal and one external examiner will assess the answer papers submitted by all candidates.
Assessment
This course is primarily aimed at PhD candidates admitted to the PhD Programme in Health Sciences but is also open to other applicants. Admission requirements are a completed hovedfag, master's degree (120 credits) or equivalent qualification.
The course can also be offered to students who have been admitted to the "Health Science Research Programme, 60 ECTS", by prior approval from the supervisor and based on given guidelines for the research programme.
Permitted exam materials and equipment
No exam aids permitted.
Grading scale
ECTS grading A-F
Examiners
Two examiners evaluate all students. One examiner is external on 10 % of the students.
Admission requirements
Target group
The course is aimed at international students with a professional interest in International Public Health
Entry requirements
Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies in a relevant area.