Learning outcomes

The course introduces the aims and content of the Master’s program and provides the students with comprehension of the history and the key concepts of both major subjects. The students will also learn how to successfully use some core learning methods.

Contents

• Overview of the programs
• History, development and key concepts of public and international health
• Content of an essay
• Writing an essay

Further information on prerequisites and recommendations

Students have to register for the course on the internet at http://www.uta.fi/nettiopsu/. Deadline for the registration is two weeks before the course starts.

Teaching methods

Teaching method	Contact	Online
Lectures	8 h	0 h
Group work	2 h	0 h
Independent work

Teaching language

English

Evaluation and evaluation criteria

Pass/fail.
Participation in lectures, active participation in the group work, completion of an essay

Recommended year of study

1. year autumn

Autumn 2011, 1. period

Belongs to following study modules