510-213 Health Practice 4

This subject is a continuation of Health Practice 3. Objectives are to develop an understanding of the psychological aspects of medical practice, the relationship between neuroscience and the mind, psychological development of the individual, and the role of gender and sexuality in health. Students will also continue to develop effective clinical communication skills, and interview and physical examination skills. Content areas include an introduction to psychological medicine, brain function in health and illness, human development across the life span, and issues of reproduction, sexuality and gender in health.

Please refer to Health Practice 1.

Three mid-semester class tests (20%); end-of-semester written examination of 2 hours (50% - hurdle requirement); ICM performance-based assessment in the form of an objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) that includes direct observation of a clinical interview (20%) and a physical examination (hurdle requirement); and tutor assessment (10%). Hurdle requirement: 75% attendance at lectures, tutorials and practical classes and 100% attendance at clinical placements and field visits.