Global Health

Spring 2025 > Health Sciences > HSCI.3080 > 082

Course No: HSCI.3080-082; SIS Class Nbr: 5197; SIS Term: 3430
Course Status: Open

Course Description

The focus of this course is on examining health issues from a global perspective including issues related to maternal and child health, aging, infectious diseases, sanitation, and health inequality. Nutritional and environmental health issues in diverse societies are analyzed. Social determinants of health and access to health care in developing and developed countries are emphasized. Meets Core Curriculum Essential Learning Outcome for Diversity and Cultural Awareness (DCA).

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Core Codes: SS, DCA, HEALTH, GLOBAL, INTER.ENGA
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Ramraj Gautam
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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Spring: Mar 17 to May 08
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1155 | Pay as little as $238/mo for this course.
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  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: B.S. in Information Technology: Population Health Informatics and Technology Minor Option

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