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INDH5227: Art, Science and Politics of Prevention

Intensive June, 2024 [Block mode] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This is the last of six sequential, interdependent modules, available only to students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion. Students will be introduced to and learn from highly regarded national and international health professionals who have used art, science and politics to effect significant changes to the policy and practice of preventative health. Students will also reflect on and apply the knowledge and skills learned throughout their academic year by producing a comprehensive presentation and written report. The presentation will be delivered to a panel of health promotion professionals and will demonstrate the skills and knowledge each student has mastered. The written report will include a detailed description of their community profile, priority health issue, target group and stakeholders, and the goal, objectives and strategies they and their community will implement to effectively address their health issue. Students will also be required to include an evaluation plan and to demonstrate their understanding of health promotion theories and models, literature searching and research methodologies. The presentation and written report will demonstrate the student's knowledge of health promotion tools and processes and will be developed in partnership with their workplace and community, where applicable.

Unit details and rules

Unit code INDH5227
Academic unit Public Health
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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INDH5221 and INDH5224
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Candace Angelo, candace.angelo@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Candace Angelo, candace.angelo@sydney.edu.au
Karina Clarkson, karina.clarkson@sydney.edu.au
Joel Dixon, joel.dixon@sydney.edu.au
Matilde Petersen, matilde.petersen@sydney.edu.au
Anthony Nicholls, anthony.nicholls@sydney.edu.au
Jasper Garay, jasper.garay@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Presentation Presentation
Pre-recorded presentation
40% Week 03
Due date: 03 Jun 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 03 Jun 2024
15 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1
Presentation Peer assessment
Online peer assessment
10% Week 04
Due date: 11 Jun 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 11 Jun 2024
Unlimited
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4
Online task Reflective journal
Reflective journal
10% Week 06
Due date: 24 May 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 24 May 2024
400 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3
Assignment Final project report
Final project report
40% Week 06
Due date: 24 Jun 2024 at 23:59

Closing date: 24 Jun 2024
Unlimited
Outcomes assessed: LO2

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

Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at an exceptional standard

Distinction

75 - 84

Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at a very good standard

Credit

65 - 74

Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at a good standard

Pass

50 - 64

Achieved the learning outcomes of the unit at an acceptable standard

Fail

0 - 49

WDid not achieve 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.

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.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 11 Student presentations in Block Presentation (5 hr) LO1
Research informing practice Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Advocacy Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Research informing policy Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Health economics Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Alcohol and other drug research Lecture (1 hr) LO3
University of Sydney research strategy Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Poche Centre: building research capacity Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Viisit to Health Service: Kirketon road Clinic Field trip (3 hr) LO3
Pathways into the future: options for students Lecture (1.5 hr) LO3
Strong spirit, strong mind- AOD HP program Lecture (1 hr) LO3
The What Matters study Lecture (1 hr) LO3
From Fitzroy Crossing to the United Nations: grassroots activism Lecture (1 hr) LO3
The climate emergency and Public Health Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Research case studies: IHP team Lecture (1 hr) LO3
Supporting and enabling your study Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO3 LO4
Week 12 Qualitative research methods and data analysis Lecture and tutorial (2 hr) LO3

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: The Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion is a full-time course. Participation in, and completion of, all online activities is mandatory.

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.

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.

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

  • LO1. synthesise and present a persuasive health promotion and evaluation program to potential funders
  • LO2. synthesise a complete community profile and health promotion project and evaluation plan in written report format, based on principles of health promotion planning and evaluation
  • LO3. describe how Health Promotion research and evaluation informs health promotion
  • LO4. work collaboratively as well as independently and engage in self-directed and reflective learning

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
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

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

Changes to learning outcomes and assessment activities have been made since this unit was last offered.

Work, health and safety

Working with Children check or equivalent required.

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