HND701 - The Pathophysiology of Diabetes

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(X)
Credit point(s):1
Previously coded as:

HSD701

EFTSL value: 0.125
Unit chair:

K Crawford (B)

Incompatible with:

HSN720

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Content

This unit develops an understanding of the anatomy, physiology and pathology of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and its complications. It enables the student to understand the relationship between this pathophysiology and methods of treatment of DM. On completion of the unit, students will be aware of the epidemiology and its complications and their impact in macroeconomic and social terms. Students will understand the concept and practice of health maintenance in the context of DM.

Assessment

Assignment 1 (2000 words) 40%, assignment 2 (3000 words) 60%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Student Contribution Rate***Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$706$565$565$2246$2779

* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
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