Global Public Health & Healthcare Delivery with International Field Experience

Catalog description

This course explores various aspects of public health and health care systems in different cultures / countries around the world, with an emphasis on the core building blocks of effective health care systems as described by the World Health Organization (WHO). We will explore the role that culture, traditions, religious beliefs, and other social determinants of health have on disease and injury prevention strategies and access to health care services. Throughout the course, we will compare public health efforts and health care systems in the USA and one foreign country, ultimately traveling to that country for an immersive educational and research experience during either spring break or immediately following the end of the semester. The location of our travels will influence the timing choice of the trip. The RIT Study Abroad office will publicize the international destination and all additional travel expenses beyond standard tuition costs prior to the class registration process.