Research and theoretical and analytical perspectives in Public Health Sciences
This course provides students with knowledge in the Public Health Sciences with a social science perspective. The course includes concepts, theoretical approaches, analytical methods, and links to current research. The course covers four interconnected knowledge areas within Public Health Sciences related to: a) the level and distribution of health and ill-health; b) health determinants; c) the impact of politics and policy measures on health; and d) public health practice, including prevention, intervention, and health promotion.
Course information
Course code
PH019F1
Course credits
7.5
Course dates
November 4 - December 2, 2026.
Course syllabus
Syllabus PH019F1, valid from Autumn 2026
Kursplan PH019F1, giltig fr.o.m. HT2026 (Swedish version)
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Schedule
Please note that the schedule may change until one month before the course starts.
Schedule PH019F1, Autumn 2026 pdf, 114.2 kB.
Literature list
Please note that the literature list may change until two months before the course starts.
Literature list PH019F1, valid from Autumn 2026
Studying with a disability
If you have a long-term disability, you can apply for disability study support during your studies. The aim is to give you the opportunity to study on equal terms.
Admission
If you are interested in taking the course, please send an email to our study administrator at phd.admin.publichealth@su.se .
Application deadline: three months prior to course start.
Contact
Last updated: 2026-09-12
Source: Department of Public Health Sciences