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Learning Outcomes
1. | Argue how social and cultural factors affect health outcomes at individual and population levels using sociological concepts and evidence; | ||
2. | Investigate a global health issue using a social model of health; and, | ||
3. | Contextualise sociological aspects of health to a non-specialist audience. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Report | Topic responses x 2 (empirical task and reflection task) | 30% |
Research Paper | Reading summary and critical review | 30% |
Project | Produce 1 podcast episode in groups | 40% |
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