Course description
Course outline
Why is life expectancy for people in wealthy countries nearly 40 years greater than those in poor countries? Are there simply too many people on the planet to ensure good health and health care for all? This course examines the relationship between health and development, and the social, political and economic contexts determining population health. It examines the role of international agencies such as the World Health Organization, World Bank, the World Trade Organization, the pharmaceutical industry and national governments in shaping health policy and access to health care. Using case studies from sub-Saharan Africa, Cuba, China, and India, the course examines how health and health care systems have been shaped by colonialism, socialism and global capitalism. The course examines policies of population control and reproductive rights, the reasons for the rapid spread of HIV in Africa, and the problems of access to medicines in developing countries.
Assessments
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Essay (2000 words) | Sumsch2 Week 4 | 60.00% |
| Report | Sumsch2 Week 4 | 20.00% |
| Presentation | Sumsch2 Week 4 (10 minutes) | 20.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.