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    Overview

    An introduction to key aspects of, and approaches to, Pacific public health.

    This distance taught paper introduces students to key aspects of, and approaches to, Pacific public health. Students will gain a critical understanding of the historical and political factors that impact on the health of Pacific people. They will learn about Pacific models of health and frameworks for intervention and critically appraise the determinants of health of Pacific peoples. Students will apply understanding of Pacific public health values and practices to promote the health of Pacific peoples. The paper focuses on Pacific peoples, including Pacific migrants in countries such as Aotearoa New Zealand.

    About this paper

    Paper title Introduction to Pacific Public Health
    Subject Public Health
    EFTS 0.125
    Points 15 points
    Teaching period 1st Non standard period (26 February 2024 - 26 April 2024) (Distance learning)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,551.63
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Limited to
    MA(Coursework), MA (Thesis), MHealSc, MPH, MSc, DPH, PGDipArts, BA (Hons), PGDipHealMgt, PGDipHealSc, PGDipPH, PGCertPHC
    Notes
    May not be credited with PUBH739 completed in 2020 or 2021
    Eligibility

    Inquiries are welcome from students who have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline or recognised equivalent.

    Contact

    publichealth.wellington@otago.ac.nz

    Teaching staff

    Dr Viliami Puloka

    Paper Structure
    • What is it to be Pacific? Epidemiology and sociology of Pacific peoples. (block day).
    • The history and politics of the Pacific.
    • Determinants of Health 1.
    • Determinants of Health 2.
    • Effective public health action by Pacific communities; at the community level.
    • Effective public health action by Pacific communities; at the regional and global level.
    • Assessment week.

    Assignment 1: Due Monday 11 March (40%)

    Assignment 2: Due Sunday 14 April (60%)

    Teaching Arrangements

    This Distance Learning paper is taught remotely, but features in-person assessment.

    Distance taught through 2 hour weekly webinars Tuesdays 4pm-6pm, with a one-day workshop in Wellington on 27 February. Final Teaching Session on 9 April.

    Textbooks

    Text to be confirmed

    Please contact publichealth.uow@otago.ac.nz for more information

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised

    Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.

    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to do the following for Pacific peoples including for Pacific migrants in countries such as Aotearoa New Zealand:

    • Critically reflect on what is to be Pacific and the epidemiology and sociology of Pacific peoples.
    • Demonstrate understanding of Pacific models of health and frameworks for intervention.
    • Apply critical understanding of the nature and context of historical and political factors related to Pacific health and their impact on the health of Pacific peoples.
    • Critically appraise the determinants of the health of Pacific peoples.
    • Demonstrate and apply understanding of Pacific public health values and practices to improve, promote and protect the health of Pacific peoples.

    Timetable

    1st Non standard period (26 February 2024 - 26 April 2024)

    Location
    Wellington
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught through Distance Learning
    Learning management system
    Moodle
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