PHS 2900 - Global Health (Study Abroad)

3 cr. 3 hours/week for 15 weeks with a 10-day study abroad experience Offered every other year.

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to an overview of Global health challenges with a focus on the Healthcare system of with a focus on a health care system outside the United States. Issues in international health including public health, environmental health, global conflict, infectious disease, and chronic illness will be explored. Additionally, the course will focus on seeking and identifying solutions necessary to realize the overarching goal of health equity.

Prerequisite(s): NURS 2300 or PHS 2000 or by permission of instructor.