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National Centre Epidemiology & Population Health · ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy
The aim of the course is to provide a practical introduction to the nature, epidemiology and treatment of mental health disorders. Lecturers are staff at the Centre for Mental Health Research (CMHR) and guest lecturers from other specialties. It is expected that the course will be of interest to postgraduate students with an interest in mental health, professionals working in health sectors, and public servants and administrators who need to keep abreast of the latest empirical findings in mental health research.
Essay (3000 words investigating a particular mental health issue)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Oral presentation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 5
Written lecture reflections
Learning outcomes 1, 3, 4, 5
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: • Lecture/workshop component comprising 1 x 3 hour class per week. • Approximately 94 hours of self-directed study which will include completing recommended readings and assessment tasks. Other Information Please note this is a master degree course, undergraduate students cannot enrol into this course unless you have an approved vertical double degree (VDD) study plan.
Reading materials are provided in the course.