Program Overview

Introduction to the University Program

The University of Eastern Finland offers a wide range of programs for students. One of the programs is the "Kansanterveystieteen perusteet, syksy 2025" which translates to "Basics of Public Health, Autumn 2025".

Program Description

This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public health. The program covers various topics, including the basics of public health, health promotion, disease prevention, and health care systems.

Program Objectives

The objectives of this program are to:

• Describe the development and basic concepts of public health
• Identify the main public health problems, their risk factors, and possible solutions
• Recognize the principles of sustainable development in relation to health
• Understand the major public health problems in Finland and globally
• Familiarize themselves with the latest trends in public health
• Learn to use various electronic health databases and statistics

Program Content

The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Public health as a science
• Health and illness concepts
• Main public health problems
• Health promotion and disease prevention
• The role of health care systems

Target Group

This program is suitable for those working in social and health services, education, and with children and young people, as well as those interested in the field.

Implementation

The program is implemented as online studies, including online lectures, group work, and independent study.

Assessment

The assessment of the program is based on assignments and a final exam. The grade of the program is determined by the final exam.

Teacher

The teacher responsible for the program is Senior Lecturer Tiina Rissanen.

Literature

The program uses a variety of literature, including textbooks, articles, and online resources.

Schedule

The program starts on September 16, 2025, and ends on November 25, 2025.

Price

The price of the program is 100 (0% VAT).

Additional Information

For more information about the program, please contact the teacher or the university's student services.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact:

• Minna Saharinen, Specialist in Continuous Learning
• Helena Karisto-Lautanen, Study Secretary