Unit details
HSH313 - Contemporary Health Issues
| Offered at: | (B, G, W, X, CBD) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously coded as: | HSH203 |
| Unit chair: | M Pallotta-Chiarolli (B) |
| Prerequisite: | HBS107 |
| Contact hours: | 3 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture, 1 x 2 hour workshop) per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit explores contemporary health and social issues using a media case study approach. This will include gaining a comprehensive understanding of the role of the media, popular culture and interest groups in addressing a range of health issues. Case studies will be chosen from areas such as mental health, sexuality, gender, drug use, homelessness, disability, youth suicide, family violence, genetic engineering, indigenous health, refugee health, war and terrorism, and environmentalism.
Assessment
Weekly journal/media mapping (2000 words) 50%, critical essay (2000 words) 50%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $755 | $755 | $2269 | $2442 |
* 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.
