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DES312Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Health And Development

This course explores the multifaceted dimensions of health within the context of development, focusing on Nigeria's unique challenges and opportunities. It examines health as a public good and human right, analyzing the social determinants of health, health governance, and the interplay between health and economics. The course delves into healthcare demand and supply, ethical considerations, disease burdens, and the role of technology in improving healthcare delivery. It also addresses health inequities and strategies for sustainable health system strengthening.

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40h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

HealthDevelopmentNigeriaHealthcareGovernance

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

Basic Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Health as a Human Right

2

Social Determinants of Health

3

Health Governance

4

Healthcare Demand and Supply

5

Health Financing

6

Disease Burden

7

Ethics in Development

8

Cultural Competence

9

Health and Productivity

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Public Health Officer

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Health Program Manager

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Development Consultant

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Healthcare Administrator

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Policy Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government AgenciesNon-Governmental OrganizationsInternational DevelopmentHealthcare ManagementResearch Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Introduction to Health in Development

2h

Unit 1: Health as Public Good

2 study hours

•Define health as a public good and its implications for development.
•Discuss the scope of health as a human right and its relevance to various health issues.
•Analyze the relationship between economics and health, including the impact of economic growth on health outcomes.
•Examine the status and nature of health in Nigeria, including its challenges and reforms.

Week

2

Module 1: Introduction to Health in Development

2h

Unit 2: Social Determinants of Health

2 study hours

•Discuss the various social determinants of health, including personal characteristics, behaviors, and the physical environment.
•Explain the relevance of social and economic environments to health equity.
•Analyze the impact of individual choices and environmental factors on health behaviors.
•Explore the role of policy-makers in promoting changes in personal behaviors for improved health outcomes.

Week

3

Module 1: Introduction to Health in Development

2h

Unit 3: Health governance

2 study hours

•Discuss the history of health governance, including the evolution of international health cooperation.
•Examine local, federal, and international policies related to health governance.
•Explain the roles and functions of global health initiatives, such as the Global Fund and GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance.
•Analyze the key attributes of health governance, including accountability, transparency, and participation.

Week

4

Module 1: Introduction to Health in Development

2h

Unit 4: Distinction between Health and Healthcare and its Impact on Development

2 study hours

•Explain the meaning of health and health systems, and the distinction between health and healthcare.
•Discuss the concept and scope of health in development, including its impact on the economy and society.
•Analyze the three primary ways to define health and their implications for health promotion.
•Explore the role of healthcare in contributing to an individual's total health.

Week

5

Module 2: Health care Demand and Supply

2h

Unit 1: The theory of health care demand and Supply

2 study hours

•Examine the factors determining the price and quality of healthcare services.
•Describe the factors determining healthcare services demand, including income, price, and social determinants.
•Discuss health as an investment and its impact on economic development.
•Analyze the supply of healthcare services, including labor, capital, and intermediate inputs.

Week

6

Module 2: Health care Demand and Supply

2h

Unit 2: Healthcare and Government intervention

2 study hours

•Understand the meaning of sustainable development and its relevance to healthcare.
•Describe NGO/governmental partnerships for development and their impact on health outcomes.
•Discuss health interdependence and its implications for health policy and practice.
•Analyze the role of government intervention in healthcare, including policies and regulations.

Week

7

Module 2: Health care Demand and Supply

2h

Unit 3: Health care delivery in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Understand the role and purpose of the current system of healthcare delivery in Nigeria.
•Explain the relevance of integrating culture into healthcare practices.
•Discuss the relationship between healthcare delivery systems and technology.
•Analyze the different levels of healthcare services in Nigeria: primary, secondary, and tertiary.

Week

8

Module 2: Health care Demand and Supply

2h

Unit 4: Ethics in Development

2 study hours

•Discuss the core principles of ethics, including beneficence, nonmaleficence, autonomy, and justice.
•Explain how to ethically engage communities in research and development projects.
•Apply ethical principles to real-world scenarios in health development.
•Analyze the importance of truthfulness, confidentiality, and informed consent in healthcare practice.

Week

9

Module 3: Challenges of Healthcare delivery in Nigeria

2h

Unit 1: The challenges of Healthcare delivery in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Discuss the drivers of health tourism in Nigeria, including brain drain and inadequate funding.
•Describe the history of disease surveillance in Nigeria and its challenges.
•Understand the history of health sector reform in Nigeria and its challenges.
•Explain the building blocks of a good healthcare infrastructure, including skilled workforce and integrated information systems.

Week

10

Module 3: Challenges of Healthcare delivery in Nigeria

2h

Unit 2: Socioeconomic status and health

2 study hours

•Explain the demographics of the Nigerian population, including age structure, ethnicity, and religion.
•Understand the vulnerabilities of the population, including poverty, illiteracy, and gender inequality.
•Discuss morbidity and mortality rates in Nigeria, including the leading causes of death.
•Analyze the impact of socioeconomic status on health outcomes.

Week

11

Module 3: Challenges of Healthcare delivery in Nigeria

2h

Unit 3: Cultural Competence

2 study hours

•Discuss how ethnicity and region play a role in creating inequities in healthcare access and outcomes.
•Understand the role that religion plays in health-related decisions and practices.
•Explain gender bias in healthcare and its impact on women's health.
•Analyze the importance of cultural competence in providing effective healthcare services.

Week

12

Module 3: Challenges of Healthcare delivery in Nigeria

2h

Unit 4: Healthcare Financing

2 study hours

•Discuss the challenges of health financing in Nigeria, including inadequate funding and inequitable distribution.
•Understand the global trends of health financing and their relevance to Nigeria.
•Explain international health financing mechanisms and their impact on the Nigerian healthcare system.
•Analyze the role of social health insurance and private health insurance in Nigeria.

Week

13

Module 4: Disease Burden in Development

2h

Unit 4: The Role of Healthcare in Human and Capital Development

2 study hours

•Discuss the relationship between health and productivity, including the impact of health on economic development.
•Explain the connection between health, savings, and investments.
•Analyze opportunities for improvement in the Nigerian healthcare system, including increased funding and better governance.
•Explore the role of healthcare in human and capital development.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and ensure you understand the concepts.

2

Create concept maps linking social determinants of health (Unit 2, Module 1) to health inequities (Unit 2, Module 4).

3

Practice cost-benefit analysis calculations from Unit 3, Module 4 using hypothetical healthcare interventions.

4

Focus on understanding the key challenges facing the Nigerian healthcare system as discussed in Module 3.

5

Study the ethical principles outlined in Unit 4, Module 2 and apply them to case studies.

6

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts from each unit to aid memorization.

7

Allocate specific study hours for each module based on its complexity and your familiarity with the content.

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