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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces the contemporary concepts and skills central to planning and implementing public health initiatives. Students will develop a health promotion program plan to address a contemporary health issue, learn how to select appropriate strategies and design evaluation methods. Students will learn about the importance of community engagement and support for improved program effectiveness and will develop skills in conducting a needs assessment, setting goals and developing a persuasive argument.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | 13 x 3 hour seminar |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
Students will develop their digital literacy skills in report writing, using charts, tables and images to present information and will engage in peer review activities to develop skills in sharing and receiving feedback in a professional way. Lectures are used to introduce the key concepts of the unit and to guide students through the literature, with industry experts providing the opportunity for students to engage with industry partners. Students learn to research concepts, engage with peers to share ideas and improve their time management and planning skills.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Review | Rationale and peer review | 40% |
| Assignment | Health Promotion Program Plan | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Review | Rationale and peer review | 40% |
| Assignment | Health Promotion Program Plan | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit introduces the contemporary concepts and skills central to planning and implementing public health initiatives. Students will develop a health promotion program plan to address a contemporary health issue, learn how to select appropriate strategies and design evaluation methods. Students will learn about the importance of community engagement and support for improved program effectiveness and will develop skills in conducting a needs assessment, setting goals and developing a persuasive argument.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | 13 x 3 hour seminar |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
Students will develop their digital literacy skills in report writing, using charts, tables and images to present information and will engage in peer review activities to develop skills in sharing and receiving feedback in a professional way. Lectures are used to introduce the key concepts of the unit and to guide students through the literature, with industry experts providing the opportunity for students to engage with industry partners. Students learn to research concepts, engage with peers to share ideas and improve their time management and planning skills.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Review | Rationale and peer review | 40% |
| Assignment | Health Promotion Program Plan | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Review | Rationale and peer review | 40% |
| Assignment | Health Promotion Program Plan | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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