Micro-credential Data Sources for Global Health draft
Program Overview
This micro-credential enhances skills in locating and utilizing global health data. It encompasses understanding data sources, critically assessing strengths and limitations, and analyzing population health, demographics, and health workforce data. Participants engage in interactive seminars and an assessment that applies data to a specific work or research context.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This micro-credential is designed to build knowledge and skills in finding and using data on a range of global health topics, including:
- Prevalence of diseases
- Population growth and ageing
- Health workforce capacity The program aims to equip participants with the ability to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of global health data sources.
- Distinguish core concepts relevant to analysis of population health data, demographic data, and health workforce data.
Outline:
The program is delivered online and consists of:
- A series of pre-recorded lectures
- Four online interactive seminars via Zoom (every Thursday for four weeks)
- An assessment in which participants find and use global health data to answer a question relevant to their own work or research.
Assessment:
The assessment involves finding and using global health data to answer a question relevant to the participant's own work or research.
Teaching:
The program is delivered online through a combination of:
- Pre-recorded lectures
- Interactive seminars via Zoom The program is led by Associate Professor Tim Roberton.
Careers:
The micro-credential is stackable with other UWA Plus micro-credentials. The program can help participants:
- Build their knowledge and skills to find and use data on global health topics.
- Explore the many global health data sources that are available online.
- Discuss the strengths and limitations of different data sources.
- Learn when and how to use them in their work.
Other:
The program is recommended for individuals with:
- Some understanding of quantitative data analysis and interpretation.
- Ability to use either Excel or another statistical package to create tables and charts to present analytical findings.
- Some understanding of public health concepts. The program is a good stepping stone for individuals interested in pursuing:
- A Graduate Certificate in Population Health Studies
- A Master of Public Health
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
