PH 4450 International Health Research
This course provides the opportunity for students to apply public health principles and develop field research skills in an international setting. The course includes a four-week Summer immersion experience in Yucatan, Mexico during which students will collect real data in rural community and analyze and report their findings. Students will also attend classes and medical conferences on the campus of Anahuac Mayab University. Spanish language learning and application will be highlighted. Prerequisites:
BIO 3340/3345,
PH 3100, and
HLTH 3103, or an equivalent research methods course. Concurrent enrollment in
SPAN 1111, Spanish for Health Care Professionals, at Anahuac Mayab University. Appointment as a Dominican Global Health Fellow. This requires a separate application.