| Time | Days | Location | Instructor | GER | Credit | OPUS Class Number | Syllabus (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathryn Johnson. Karen Hegtvedt. | 8 | 1508 | TBA. |
This is a six-week, London-based program focusing on issues and problems in health care delivery in Great Britain and the United States. Emphasis is on the comparative social organization of the two systems, contrasting the evolution and current state of each. In the spring, students attend three pre-departure meetings. While in London, the program includes lectures by local experts, a research project, site visits to and internships in health care settings, field trips, and cultural activities.
Required Textbooks, Articles, and Resources
- Understanding Health Policy. ISBN: 9780071496063.
- Health and Health Care in Britain. ISBN: 9780333961599.
Grading
| Assignment/Exam | Details | % of Total Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2 exams | (pre-departure, final) | |
| Journal and journal summary of internship experience | ||
| Research presentation |
The schedule of courses on O.P.U.S. is the official listing of courses, including days and times they meet and the General Education Requirements they satisfy. Students should use course descriptions as general guidelines. Course requirements, grading details, book lists, and syllabi are subject to change.