Postgraduate - UnitMPH2058 - Effective responses to HIV in developing countries

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Synopsis

The unit is designed to enhance participants' understanding of HIV, the impact of HIV epidemics throughout the developing world, and the evidence underpinning appropriate programmatic responses to HIV. The unit presents analysis of the risk and vulnerability of individuals and communities to HIV infection, explores the latest evidence and policy developments relevant to prevention, care/support and treatment approaches, and aims to expand participants' skills in developing appropriate evidence-based responses to HIV. Recent shifts in global policy are presented along with a number of case studies drawn from 'real-world' programs to facilitate students' learning

Outcomes

The unit aims to assist participants to:

1. enhance their knowledge and understanding about HIV virology, epidemiology and the global evidence base;
2. enhance their understanding of the impact HIV has upon individuals and communities;
3. understand the relationship between HIV and development, including global influences on policy and implementation of programs, and the link with health systems strengthening;
4. identify essential elements of effective strategies for preventing HIV transmission and providing treatment, care and support for people infected and affected by HIV, including the integral role of people living with HIV in these strategies.

Assessment

Short-answer examination (40%) Essay 4,000 words (60%).

Chief examiner(s)

Ms Lisa Renkin

Contact hours

7 day intensive block

Prerequisites

Basic computer proficiency

Additional information on this unit is available from the faculty at:

http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/pgrad