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DrPH Concentration Seminar in Indigenous Health
Location
Internet
Term
1st Term
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
.25
Academic Year
2026 - 2027
Instruction Method
Online Hybrid (less than one synch session/week)
Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:00pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
No prerequisites for this course.
Enrollment Restriction
Only DrPH students in the Indigenous Health concentration
The seminar course provides practical skills and important information for doctoral students. Included within seminar topics are communication strategies, growing your sphere of influence through networking, and understanding important deliverables, dates, and strategies to succeed
Provides opportunities to discuss issues and concepts related to Indigenous Health. Discusses evaluation of existing research,
identification of gaps and topics, and design of research projects. Facilitates preparation for the comprehensive written exams, the
design and conduct of practicum projects, preliminary oral exams, dissertation projects, and the final oral exam.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Present and evaluate research related to Indigenous Health.
- Critically appraise practicum projects, research proposals and dissertation projects.
- Demonstrate skills in leadership, communication, and public health practice.
- Demonstrate progress toward completion of a dissertation proposal and project.
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Participation
- 50% Assignments