Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit provides a comprehensive overview of health promotion theory and practice. Topics covered include understanding health and its determinants; the role of health promotion, understanding and influencing health behaviours; health promotion planning and evaluation; health promotion practice and competencies; social marketing and health; public health advocacy and the media; healthy public policy; and working with different populations and in different settings. The unit is taught and learned through a combination of lectures, tutorial activities, guest presentations, small group discussions, case studies and debate.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1OnlineOnline flexible
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) gain theoretical knowledge across a broad range of health promotion topics including program planning models, health behaviour change, evaluation methods, as well as practical experience in developing a health promotion program proposal on a priority health issue and (2) develop the competencies required to ensure the effective delivery and rigour of health promotion strategies and interventions.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) a written assignment; (2) a project proposal and presentation; and (3) in-class (for face to face students) or online (for online students) participation in activities. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Julie Saunders
Contact hours
lectures: 3 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.