UO Evaluation of Public Health Practices

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PUBH 2018
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Course ID
204690
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will enable students to apply evaluation theory and methods to inform policy and program-related decision-making for public and community health. Definitions of evaluation; rationale for and purpose of evaluation; evaluation models and approaches; community assessment; evaluation planning and design; participatory approaches; stakeholder involvement; accessing, collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data; dissemination approaches; ethical issues in evaluation; cultural considerations in evaluation.

Course learning outcomes

  • Assess the evaluation requirements for a range of health services, programs and policies relevant to population health and wellbeing.
  • Compare and contrast public health evaluation frameworks, theories and approaches.
  • Design an evaluation plan relevant to a health service, program or policy through the application of relevant evaluation theory and frameworks.
  • Critically reflect on and assess one's own professional behaviours, learning, and participation in the course, either as an individual or a group member.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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