Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- External
- Attendance mode
- Online
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- Herston
- Coordinating unit
- Public Health School
This course is designed to introduce students to the history, principles, central concepts and theories of health promotion in the context of public health. Students will gain an understanding of how to identify health promotion priorities and strategies across the disease prevention continuum from local to global. Frameworks for health promotion action will be presented, so that students gain an understanding of the scope of health promotion. Students will be introduced to the basic theories of communication and the role communication skills play in health promotion action.
This is an interactive course that is designed to introduce you to the history, principles, central concepts and theories of health promotion in the context of public health. This course is accredited by the International Union of Health Promotion Education (IUIHPE). In undertaking this course, students will be able to identify and translate health promotion frameworks and actions to public health. Modern health promotion practice embraces the ecosocial approaches to human health, and as such, students will investigate the role of health promotion in addressing the social determinants of health and planetary health issues. Drawing on health promotion and public health literature, students will analyse health promotion and public health interventions that address human health and the natural systems that sustain it. To support deep learning, ethical and culturally safe health promotion practice,ᅠstudents will engage in the concept and practice the process of reflexivity. Students will locate basic theories of communication, and demonstrate a range of written communication skills central to health promotion practice andᅠᅠadvocacy.ᅠWhile all assessments are individual, learning is deepened through small group discussion and activities utilising a workshop format. External students are encouraged to attend the workshops via zoom to develop a community of practice in order to deepen their understanding of course concepts to their own contexts. This course has been designed to engage and challenge you as a critical and reflexive thinker, which is fundamental to health promotion.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students are expected to have experience with searching and critiquing literature, the appropriate referencing of evidence, and critical appraisal skills.
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
PUBH7288
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Timetable
Additional timetable information
PUBH7034 meets on Monday from 3-6pm in 881-325 and uses workshops. We will review course content using small group discussions and activities to apply the health promotion concepts and theories through structured activities. There are many guest lectures to provide examples from practice. For external students who wish join the class synchronously, we will have "zoom in the room".ᅠ
Aims and outcomes
To introduce students to the history, principles, central concepts and theories of health promotion in the context of public health. Students will gain an understanding of how to identify health promotion priorities and strategies across the disease prevention continuum from local to global.ᅠ Frameworks for health promotion action will be presented, so that students gain an understanding of the scope of health promotion.ᅠ Students will be introduced to the basic theories of communication and the role communication skills play in health promotion action.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Critically evaluate major theories, models and frameworks in health promotion.
LO2.
Identify and critically appraise the historical and current role of health promotion in public health locally and globally.
LO3.
Analyse the central concepts of health promotion and their place within the broader public health context.
LO4.
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of communication skills and related educational processes in health promotion
LO5.
Demonstrate an understanding of the broad influences (e.g., social, political, economic) on health and disease prevention for populations and how to apply basic methods in health promotion practice in Australia and internationally
LO6.
Demonstrate effective skills in written communication across various genres.
LO7.
Demonstrate the process and practice of reflection and critical reflexivity.
Assessment
Assessment summary
Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
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Reflection |
Standpoint reflection
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10% Pass/Non Pass Hurdle |
9/08/2024 2:00 pm |
Paper/ Report/ Annotation | The Role of Health Promotion in Planetary Health | 50% |
20/09/2024 2:00 pm |
Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Reflection | Advocacy Letter | 40% |
25/10/2024 2:00 pm |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Standpoint reflection
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Reflection
- Weight
- 10% Pass/Non Pass Hurdle
- Due date
9/08/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L06, L07
Task description
Blog - To practice the process of self-reflection, develop self-awareness, and to communicate your personal standpoint.
This is a Pass/Not Pass hurdle for this course. Students must complete this assessment to pass the course.
Hurdle requirements
This is a Pass/Not Pass hurdle for this course. Students must complete this assessment to pass the course.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Please refer to the Policies and guidelines
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
The Role of Health Promotion in Planetary Health
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
20/09/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L05, L06, L07
Task description
Using the Ottawa Charter Framework as a guide, you will discuss the general role of Health Promotion in responding to Planetary Health challenges, and then apply this to your specific topic area.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Please refer to the Policies and guidelines
Advocacy Letter
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Reflection
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
25/10/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07
Task description
Written communication skills are vital to effective health promotion practice. In this assessment, you will practice building evidence-based arguments that are succinct and informative written in a two-page advocacy letter for a government official/audience. You will provide an additional reflections to guide your advocacy letter.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Please refer to the Policies and guidelines
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
Grade | Description |
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1 (Low Fail) |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: (Typically 0-19%) |
2 (Fail) |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: (Typically 20-44%) |
3 (Marginal Fail) |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: (Typically 45-49%) |
4 (Pass) |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: (Typically 50-64%) |
5 (Credit) |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: (Typically 65-74%) |
6 (Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: (Typically 75-84%) |
7 (High Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: (Typically 85-100%) |
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Assignment Submission:ᅠ
Turnitin no longer automatically emails students a receipt when they upload an assignment.ᅠ Students need to download their receipt manually and keep a copy as proof of submission.ᅠ ᅠ
Assignments for this course will be submitted electronically via Blackboard and/or using Tunitin.ᅠ
Before submitted any assignments for this course you must ensure you have completed UQ’sᅠcompulsory onlineᅠAcademic Integrity Tutorial.
When you successfully submit your assessment, you need to manually download your receipt and keep a copy as proof of submission as Turnitin no longer automatically emails students a receipt when an assignment is uploaded.ᅠ ᅠ
It is the responsibility of the student to check the assignment preview and confirm that the assignment has been successfully submitted.ᅠᅠ
If the submission was not successful:
- Note the error message (preferably take a screenshot)
- Go to your assignment page and see if it is possible to submit again
- If you cannot submit again, immediately email your course coordinator.ᅠ
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
There are recommended readings suggested for each week. These can be accessed via the library link on Blackboard.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
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Workshop |
Week 1 Introduction to health promotion. Key Topics: Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 2 Core skills of health promotion practice Key Topics: Writing Workshop: Communicating Reflective process and insight. Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 3 Working with communities Key Topics: Defining Community,Participation, Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 4 Planetary health and health promotion Key topics: Defining Planetary Health, Social Ecological frameworks for Health Promotion and their application Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 5 Developing personal skills Key Topics: Health promotion theories and Models that support health promotion actions and interventions; Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Workshop 6 Creating supportive environments Salutogenic approaches to health promotion Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07 |
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Workshop |
Workshop 7 Reorienting health services Importance of prevention Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
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Workshop |
Week 8 Building healthy public policy Defining policy and healthy public policy Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 9 Media and health promotion Social Marketing and Media Advocacy and Literacy in online communities Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 10 Developing and evaluating health promotion actions Identifying those in need/Needs assessment Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 11 No Workshop Types of Evaluation: How and why we measure what works in health promotion. How to translate and disseminate evaluation results. Persuasive Writing Workshop |
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Workshop |
Week 12 Advocacy and activism in health promotion Panel presentations and Discussion Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07 |
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Workshop |
Week 13 Wrap-up Future Challenges. Key topics: Where we ve been; Where we re going; Critical reflection on the Ottawa Charter; Your future in health promotion. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L07 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
Course guidelines
School of Public Health (SPH) Guidelines for late submission of progressive assessment - Preamble
To apply for an extension to the due date for a piece of progressive assessment (eg assignments, oral presentations and computer-based assignments) students should complete the online request at https://my.uq.edu.au/node/218/1
Information regarding deferral of in-semester exams and end-of-semester exams is available from https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/exams-and-assessment/deferring-exam
If requesting an extension on medical grounds, a medical certificate must be provided. The extension will be approved for the number of days included in the medical certificate that the student was not fit to study or work, eg if the medical certificate is for 3 days, an extension will be approved for 3 days maximum regardless of the student's request.
If requesting an extension using a Student Access Plan for Disability (SAPD) as evidence, a maximum of 7-day extension will be approved in the first instance. Updated medical documentation, as well as a copy of the SAPD, is required if requesting an extension for more than 7 days.
The maximum time for an in-semester extension is four weeks.
The following SPH guidelines are consistent with the UQ policy. However, the SPH Guidelines contain specific rules and interpretations for SPH courses, and requests for extension and penalties for late submissions will be judged according to the guidelines outlined in this document. You should read both the information in your my.UQ at the following link: https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/exams-and-assessment/applying-assessment-extension?p=1#1 and the SPH guidelines (below) before submitting a request for an extension. The SPH Guidelines apply to all courses offered by the School of Public Health unless the ECP explicitly states otherwise.
SPH Guidelines for late submission of progressive assessment
Initial extension for an individual item of assessment – the SPH Teaching & Assessment Support Team and/or the Course Coordinator decides.
This could be for medical or compassionate reasons, or if, in the opinion of the Course Coordinator, there are exceptional circumstances.
Acceptable and unacceptable reasons for an extension are listed at the following link, along with the required evidence to be provided: https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/exams-and-assessment/applying-assessment-extension?p=1#1
All requests should be lodged at least 24 hours prior to the due date for the assessment.
If applying for an extension after the due date and time of the assessment item, your request may not be approved. An explanation as to why your request was not submitted prior must be included.
If approved, a new due date will be set. This would generally be no later than 7 days after the original due date, however this can be modified to take account of the circumstances of the request and the time that would have been lost from studies.
If the new due date is past the date for submission of end-of-semester results, the student will receive an INC (incomplete) result.
Second and all subsequent extensions for an individual item of assessment – the SPH Teaching & Assessment Support Team and/or the Program Director together with the Course Coordinator decides.
This would only be approved for exceptional circumstance with supporting documentation.
- Online requests must be made at least 24 hours prior to the due date from the first extension.
- The SPH Teaching & Assessment Support Team and/or the Course Coordinator will consult with the Program Director, who will make the final decision.
- If approved, the new due date would generally be no later than 7 days after the first extension due date.
- The Program Director should consider if remedial or other support should be offered to the student.
- The Program Director should provide a report on these matters as needed at SPH Examiners’ Meetings.
Please Note: In order to support course progression, extensions that total more than 14 calendar days from the original due date of an assessment item will only be approved in very exceptional circumstances. These requests are assessed and approved or denied on a case-by-case basis.
If you have been ill or unable to attend class for more than 14 days, we advise you to carefully consider whether you are capable of successfully completing your courses this semester. You might be eligible to withdraw without academic penalty.
Penalty for late submission
Submission of assignments, practical reports, workbooks, and other types of written assessments after the due date specified in the Electronic Course Profile (ECP) will receive a penalty.
The penalty will be a deduction of 10% RELATIVE PERCENTAGE per day (24 hour period or part thereof, including weekends and public holidays) or for work graded on a 1-7 scale, a deduction of one grade per day, e.g If the original mark is 73%, then 10% relative percentage is 10% of this value, ie 7.3%, The final mark for this assessment item after applying the penalty for 1 day late submission would be 73 -7.3 = 65.7% The same outcome is achieved by multiplying the original score by .9; ie 73 x .9 = 65.7%
The penalty for multiple days late is the relative percentage multiplied by the number of days late.
A submission that is not made within 10 days of the due date will receive a mark of 0% for that assessment item.
Where a student has sought more than one extension, the due date for calculating the penalty will be the due date for the most recently approved extension.
Submission of Medical Certificates
Students are responsible for ensuring that any medical documentation they submit is authentic and signed by a registered medical practitioner. Such practitioners can be identified via the AHPRA website. Also note that:
- Not all online medical services are staffed by registered practitioners
- If the registration status of the practitioner cannot be verified, then an alternative practitioner should be sought
- Students will be held fully responsible for all documentation they submit, even if done so in ignorance of the practitioner's registration status
Medical documentation may be subjected to an audit by the University.
School of Public Health (SPH) Assessment Guidelines
The School of Public Health assessment tasks have been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. While students may us AI technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance.
A failure to reference AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI tools.