PBHLTHC117
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PBHLTH C117 - Introduction to Global Health Disparities Research
Course Title
Introduction to Global Health Disparities Research
Course Description
This course prepares students to conduct a 10-week global health research project in a low or middle-income country (LMIC); provides a background in global health, emphasizing infectious disease research, international research ethics, and the conduct of health research in low-resource settings. Leads students through the process of preparing for, conducting, and completing a short-term research project, with modules focused on cultural communication, the role and pace of research in these other countries, presentation preparation, project development, and troubleshooting skills; gaining perspective into the relationship between global health and health disparities in the USA.
Minimum
2
Maximum
2
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Alternative Final Assessment
Instructors
Reingold
American Cultures Requirement
No
Reading and Composition Requirement
None of the Reading and Composition Requirement
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Cross-Listed Course(s)
Formats
Lecture
Term
Fall and Spring
Duration (in weeks)
15
Minimum Hours
2
Maximum Hours
2
Outside Work Hours Min
6
Maximum Hours
6