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Unit of study_

HPOL5009: Health Policy Project

Semester 1, 2021 [Online] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

In this capstone unit students work independently to develop a complete proposal for a policy that could be implemented in the real world. This unit builds on the skills developed in HPOL5003 and HPOL5008 and enables students to apply the knowledge they have gained across their degree. Drawing on their work experience or interests, students will choose a topic for their policy project, which must be approved by the Unit Coordinator. By the conclusion of the project, students will have developed a complete policy document including: a clearly articulated policy problem; an appraisal of relevant evidence and possible options; identification of an appropriate policy solution; an analysis of the environment in which the policy will be introduced; and a plan for implementation and evaluation. The project will be presented at the final workshop or online via recorded video. By the end of this unit students will be able to: Identify and articulate a problem that is amenable to a policy solution; Identify factors and stakeholders supporting and resisting policy change, and strategies required to facilitate adoption of policy change; Identify policy options and advocate for a policy solutions; Develop a clear plan for policy implementation, evaluation and funding; Effectively research, write and communicate a new policy.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	HPOL5009
Academic unit	Public Health
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	HPOL5003 and HPOL5008
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Samantha Rowbotham, samantha.rowbotham@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Samantha Rowbotham, samantha.rowbotham@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Written detailed policy proposal Written assessment	70%	Formal exam period	5000 words
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Presentation Presentation	0%	Week -01	3 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Policy proposal questions Written assessment	0%	Week 02	350 words
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Detailed draft proposal Written assessment	10%	Week 06	1000-2000 words
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Presentation of the policy proposal Presentation	20%	Week 08	10 minutes
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Assignment	Extensive draft of policy proposal Written assessment	0%	Week 11	4000-5000 words
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Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined in marking rubrics for individual assessments.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined in marking rubrics for individual assessments.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined in marking rubrics for individual assessments.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined in marking rubrics for individual assessments.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week -01	Familiarise yourself with the documents under ‘Getting Started,’ ‘Unit Outline,’ Assessment, and Timetable on Canvas, including Supervisory expectations; Policy checklist; How you will be assessed.	Independent study (1 hr)
Week -01	Prepare and record a presentation on a policy problem/issue that you would like to address with your policy proposal (see Assessments)	Independent study (3 hr)
Week 01	Listen to the online lecture: How the capstone unit brings together the skills you have learned across the Masters of Health Policy	Online class (1 hr)
	Work through the Online Case Study on ICE (Crystalline Methamphetamine) and submit your responses via the discussion board	Online class (2 hr)
	You will be allocated your supervisor this week – please make contact with your supervisor regarding your abstract	Independent study (1 hr)
Week 02	Submit abstract on policy problem/issue you would like to address with your policy proposal, taking into account feedback on your presentation (see Assessments)	Independent study (5 hr)
Week 03	Work independently on your policy project, taking into account supervisor feedback.	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 04	Listen to the online lectures on 'Policy implementation'	Online class (2 hr)
Week 04	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 05	Listen to the online lecture 'Evaluation of Policy'	Online class (1 hr)
Week 05	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 06	Work independently on your policy project - Submit your detailed policy proposal outline (see 'Assessments')	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 07	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 07	Watch the online lecture on Communicating your policy	Online class (1 hr)
Week 08	Prepare and record presentation of your policy proposal (see Assessments)	Independent study (5 hr)
Week 09	Listen to online lecture 'Let’s critique! What makes a good policy proposal' and complete the online task	Online class (2 hr)
Week 09	Work independently on your policy project, incorporating feedback from presentation.	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 10	Review the resources on Writing a good policy proposal	Independent study (1 hr)
Week 10	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 11	Work independently on your policy project, and submit your draft policy proposal (see Assessments)	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 12	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 13	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)
Week 14 (STUVAC)	Work independently on your policy project	Independent study (10 hr)

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Identify and articulate a problem that is amenable to a policy solution;
LO2. Identify factors and stakeholders supporting and resisting policy change, and strategies required to facilitate adoption of policy change
LO3. Identify policy options and advocate for a policy solution
LO4. Develop a clear plan for policy implementation, evaluation and funding
LO5. Effectively research, write and communicate a new policy

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

In response to feedback, we have removed the online webinars and have added some additional resources to support students in developing their policy proposal

Additional information

Work, health and safety

There are no specific WHS requirements for this unit.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Late submission

Academic integrity

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Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Work, health and safety

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