Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2019 - HSCI 891 G100

Special Topics in Health Sciences (3)

Experiential Global Health Learning

Class Number: 5923

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Location: TBA

  • Prerequisites:

    Will depend on the special topic offered.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Special topics in areas not currently covered within the graduate program offerings.

COURSE DETAILS:

The theme for this course is inter-disciplinary approaches to understanding the global burden of HIV and health inequities among youth in sub-Saharan Africa. The intensive course format will emphasize the integration and application of classroom and field experiences to enhance students’ professional skills as public health practitioners and researchers within global settings. The course represents an exciting opportunity to prepare students for global public health research and practice by providing a hands-on experience for students to adapt and apply key global health practices and principles within a socially and culturally diverse setting. The course is open to senior undergraduate and graduate trainees at SFU, other Canadian institutions, and SANTHE (Sub-Saharan African Network for TB/HIV research Excellence) partner institutions.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
• Describe interdisciplinary aspects of current HIV prevention, treatment, and care initiatives
• Describe how complex, intersecting inequities and processes fuel the global HIV epidemic
• Critically assess the connections between HIV vulnerability, health inequities, social and structural determinants, and access to and outcomes of public health interventions
• Cultivate a global academic and professional network
• Benefit from co-learning between Canadian and African trainees, researchers, and public health professionals
• Strengthen skills in community engagement, cultural sensitivity, and applied skills in global health

Grading

NOTES:

TEACHING FORMAT: Learners will participate in this intensive seminar course in Durban, South Africa. The format will involve field experiences and in-class sessions to maximize student learning. Classes will include in-class lectures (from a range of speakers), group discussions, field visits, reflexive de-briefing exercises, and other interactive activities. Active student participation in class and online is expected. Maximum course enrolment is 20 students, balancing learners from Canadian and SANTHE partner institutions.

Participation & leadership 10%
Assignments 50%
Final project 40%

REQUIREMENTS:

PRE-REQUISITES: SFU students are expected to have completed an introductory course in global health (HSCI 821, HSCI 160 or an equivalent) and epidemiology (HSCI 802, HSCI 330, or an equivalent), or permission from the instructor. MPH students must also have completed HSCI 900 and 901, which includes training on cultural safety, reflexivity and social positioning. Interested SFU students are asked to submit a one-page description by March 1st, 2019 regarding their interest in the course and how it complements their learning and career goals. Registration is by instructor and Program consent.

EXPECTATIONS/IMPORTANT NOTES: The instructor may make changes to the syllabus if necessary, within Faculty/University regulations.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

REQUIRED TEXT: Required readings will be assigned in class and distributed via CANVAS

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS