Unit details
HSE316 - Physical Activity and Population Health
| Offered at: | (B, G, W) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | S Sahlqvist (G) |
| Prerequisite: | HSE203 |
| Recommended: | HSE212 |
| Contact hours: |
For Burwood and Geelong students: 2 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week. For Warrnambool students: 2 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture delivered electronically and 1 x 1 hour face-to-face tutorial) per week. |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit considers physical activity at a population level, and the impact on the prevalence of health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity and cancer, along with the economic implications of those health conditions. The unit has an intervention focus addressing the planning, implementation and evaluation of theory and evidence-based physical activity interventions and promotion programs. Individual, social and environmental factors that influence participation in physical activity are discussed, along with the impact of socio-economic status and neighbourhood of residence on physical activity.
Assessment
Written group assignment (1000-1500 words per group member) 40%, group presentation (10 minutes) 10%, examination (2 hours) 50%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2192 | $2359 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
