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PUBH 3431 01F — Introduction to Global Health

CRN 50080

3.0 credit hours

This course introduces the broad and growing field of global health. The course will discuss how health and illness is defined and explore the biological, cultural, social, and political forces that influence health at the global level. This is a survey course that will explore such topics as: comparative health systems, social determinants of health, health services and quality, healthcare policy, key stakeholders, and major global health initiatives. Throughout the course, an emphasis is placed on global health ethics and issues of social justice. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.

Course Details

College Public Health Instructor Zhang, Jian
Location Online Course Seats Available 1 open (30 / 31)
Instructional Method Fully at a distance More than 95% of class sessions are delivered via distance education technology. This course may require students to travel to campus/designated instructional site to attend orientation, take an exam, or participate in other on-site experiences. Waitlist Available No Waitlist Available
Schedule Type Asynchronous Instruction Asynchronous Course: Instruction delivered online without specified meeting days, times, or location. Material Cost Day1Access
Semester Summer 2024 University Store Online
Term Minimester I Course Fees N/A

Meeting Times

Dates Days Time Building Room
May 13 - June 13, 2024 - - - -