Primary Health 1: Determinants of health

GPHSC1302 Primary Health 1: Determinants of health

This unit introduces the determinants of health and explores contemporary concepts surrounding the physical, mental and social dimensions of health and well-being of populations from pre- conception to end of life. In this context, it will examine how nurses and midwives might begin to better understand, identify and address health care deficits experienced by individuals, groups, communities and populations including vulnerable groups globally, with a specific focus on the Australian context. This unit focuses on social and individual determinants of health to enable the student to appreciate and understand person/woman-centred care and the complexities in delivering healthcare from a global perspective. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students¿ academic and study skills

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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