PUB HLTH 2200 - Social Foundations of Health II

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2016

This course seeks to build on Level I Public Health, specifically to develop understanding of the social foundations of health and the ways in which frameworks and theories can be used to guide thought and action in public health endeavours. The course is divided into three modules, each with a different focus. The first module draws out the historical, cultural and structural dimensions of public health problems (using the framework of the sociological imagination) and develops critical thinking about possibilities for change. The second module concerns the social determinants of Indigenous health. A third module considers social and behaviour change, from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

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Course Details

Course Code	PUB HLTH 2200
Course	Social Foundations of Health II
Coordinating Unit	Public Health
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Assumed Knowledge	PUB HLTH 1001 & PUB HLTH 1002
Assessment	Quizzes, assignments, group work & presentation

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Vivienne Moore

Course Coordinator: Professor Vivienne Moore
Phone: +61 8 8313 4605
Email: vivienne.moore@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Level 8 Hughes Building

Learning and Teaching Team
Phone: +61 8 8313 2128
Email: undergrad_enq@adelaide.edu.au

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Describe the sociological imagination framework and explain how it is relevant to public health problems
2	Analyse contemporary public health problems using the sociological imagination framework
3	Critically appraise the strengths and limitations of the framework to guide public health initiatives
4	Demonstrate a critical understanding of the WHO social determinants of health framework
5	Demonstrate an understanding of the historical positioning of Indigenous people in Australian society
6	Identify the key social determinants affecting the health of Indigenous people in Australia
7	Reflect on the insights provided by the WHO framework as well as its possible limitations
8	Describe the major approaches to social and behavioural change in public health practice
9	Apply social and behavioural change theories to contemporary public health issues
10	Critique theoretical and practical approaches to social and behavioural change in public health

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1-10
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	1-10
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	N/A
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	N/A
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	1-10
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	1-3, 7, 10

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Module 1: The sociological imagination framework in public health
The set text for this part of the course is: Willis E. The sociological quest: an introduction to the study of social life. 5th edn. Sydney: Allen and Unwin; 2011. This will be supplemented by other readings.

Module 2: The social determinants of Indigenous heath
For Module 2, a set of readings will be available to students.

Module 3: Social and behavioural change
For Module 3, a set of readings will be made available to students.

Recommended Resources

None.

Online Learning

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For enquiries about online education services, access and other problems, contact the Online Education Helpdesk. Phone: 8313 3000 E-mail: servicedesk@adelaide.edu.au
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Within each module, there are a number of teaching and learning modes.

Lectures and practicals are integrated to introduce concepts, illustrate their use, and provide an interactive forum to apply concepts and clarify understanding.

Each module uses a quiz to confirm understanding of fundamental concepts and allow for identification of areas requiring further study prior to completing the assessments.

Assignments (1 per module) provide an opportunity for independent application and exploration of key concepts, for wider reading and for synthesis of concepts and literature.

In Module 3, group work provides the opportunity for shared exploration of a number of concepts and the presentation provides an opportunity to communicate what has been learned and share the acquired knowledge and skills.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Teaching in Social Foundations of Health II begins with the assumption that students are active participants in the learning process, rather than passive recipients of information. We assume that you are willing and able to prepare fully for classes, to participate in discussions and to carry your share of the workload.

Students are expected to attend all sessions; attendance sheets will be kept.

Group work will occur throughout the course but will be emphasized in Module 3, taught in the last four weeks of the course. Part of the assessment for that Module will be a group presentation.

As a general rule, in any university course you will need to allow a minimum of three independent study hours for every hour undertaken in formal class work contact. This means that, for Social Foundations of Health II, you will have to set aside at least a further nine hours per week for reading around topics, preparation for class activities, and work on assignments.

You are urged to bear this in mind when planning your university timetable, particularly if you are also engaged in paid employment. In our experience, students may not be able to demonstrate their full capacity if they are working full-time and studying full-time.

Learning Activities Summary

Module 1: The sociological imagination framework in public health
An introduction to the sociological imagination framework of C Wright Mills
Detailed consideration of the historical, cultural, and structural origins of major public health problems
Application of the critical dimension of the framework to address public health problems
Reflection on the insights provided by the framework as well as its limitations

Module 2 : The social determinants of Indigenous health
A critical introduction to the World Health Organisation’s social determinants of health framework
An introduction to the data on the social determinants of health in Australia for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people
A detailed consideration of the history and the development of the social determinants of health for Indigenous people in Australia since the 1901 Commonwealth Constitution
Detailed consideration of factors that contribute, or are barriers, to resolving the impact that the social determinants have on the health of Indigenous people today

Module 3 : Social and behavioural change in public health
An introduction to the key principles of social and behavioural change
An overview of commonly utilised models of behaviour change in public health
Consideration of contrasting modes of social change in public health, including both legislative/policy options and grassroots approaches
The relevance and application of theories of social and behavioural change to public health problems
Reflection on the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to social and behavioural change

Specific Course Requirements

None.

Small Group Discovery Experience

N/A

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Quizzes - 1 per module at 5% each	Summative	15%	1, 2, 4-6, 8, 9
Module 1 - written assignment	Summative	28%	1-3
Module 2 - written assignment	Summative	28%	4-7
Module 3 - group work, culminating in group presentation (10%) and brief written submission (5%)	Summative	15%	8-10
Module 3 - written assignment	Summative	14%	9-10

Assessment Related Requirements

Students are expected to attend and participate in all classes; attendance sheets will be kept.

Assessment Detail

Quizzes - There will be a quiz for each module. The questions will cover core concepts addressed in the lectures, practicals and reading material; the format of the quiz will vary between modules. Further information will be provided at the start of each module.

Written assignments - For Modules 1 and 2, students will be required to submit a 2,000 word assignment. The details of the assignment are determined by the lecturer leading the Module and will be available at the start of the Module. In general the assignment will include a literature review, application and integration of key concepts from the Module with literature, and drawing conclusions. For Module 3, the assignment will be around 1,000 words, in view of the group work task.

Group work - Group work will be based around key theories of social and behavioural change, with groups required to find examples of the application of selected theories to guide public health initiatives. These are shared with the class in 10 minute presentations that occur across the last two weeks of the course. Students will also make a brief individual written submission (300-400 words) on the topic of their group presentation, and their role in the group.

Submission

Extensions
All extensions for assignments must be requested, at the latest, by the last working day before the due date of submission. Extensions will generally be granted only on medical or genuine compassionate grounds. Supporting documentation must be provided at the time a student requests an extension. Without documentation, extensions will not be granted. Late requests for extension will neither be accepted nor acknowledged.

Only the Course Co-ordinator(s) may grant extensions.

Supporting documentation will be required when requesting an extension. Examples of documents that are acceptable include: a medical certificate that specifies dates of incapacity, a police report (in the case of lost computers, car & household theft etc.), a letter from a Student Counsellor, Education and Welfare Officer (EWO) or Disability Liaison Officer that provides an assessment of compassionate circumstances, or a letter from an independent external counsellor or appropriate professional able to verify the student’s situation. The length of any extension granted will take into account the period and severity of any incapacity or impact on the student. Extensions of more than 10 days will not be granted except in exceptional circumstances.

Late submission
Marks will be deducted when assignments for which no extension has been granted are handed in late.

All assignments, including those handed in late, will be assessed on their merits. In the case of late assignments where no extension has been granted, 5 percentage points of the total marks possible per day will be deducted. If an assignment that is 2 days late is awarded 65% on its merits, the mark will then be reduced by 10% (5% per day for 2 days) to 55%. If that same assignment is 4 days late, the mark will be reduced by 20% (5% per day for 4 days) to 45%, and so on.

The School of Public Health reserves the right to refuse to accept an assignment that is more than 7 days late.

Assignments submitted after the due date may not be graded in time to be returned on the listed return dates.

Students submitting examinable written work who request (and receive) an extension that takes them beyond the examination period are advised that there is no guarantee that their grades will be processed in time to meet usual University deadlines.

Resubmission
If a student is dissatisfied with an assessment grade they should follow the Student Grievance Resolution Process </student/grievance/process/>. Students who are not satisfied with a particular assessment result should raise their concerns with Course Co-ordinator(s) in the first instance. This must be done within 10 business days of the date of notification of the result. Resubmission of any assignment is subject to the agreement of the Course Co-ordinator(s) and will only be permitted for the most compelling of reasons.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

Additional assessments on medical, compassionate or a mix of medical and compassionate grounds are available to eligible students who have a Fail grade, or any pass grade up to Distinction level, if it is considered that the impairment suffered was sufficient to prevent the student from achieving a higher grade.

Students who achieve a mark in the range of 45-49% may be offered a replacement or additional assessment. This is discretionary, and will depend on students having attempted all assessments (including the quizzes).

Details and application forms for additional assessments are available on the Examinations Website, at <http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/exams/>. Students who wish to apply for an additional assessment on medical or compassionate grounds must apply through their School or Faculty within 7 days of the occurrence of the condition or circumstances.

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