The course is intended to introduce central socioeconomic theories and methods from a multidisciplinary perspective. The topic of health is integrally treated from the perspective of different socioeconomic disciplines (such as sociology, economics, and demography). 

The following content areas will be covered:

• Health indicators
• Socioeconomic grading in health
• Health systems
• Health behaviors
• Health equity

The focus is on the application of these theories and methods. The course will include a progressive introduction to the statistical software for statistical analysis Stata, which the students will use to analyze survey data throughout the semester. In addition, the students will work in groups to develop and analyze their own research question under the guidance of the lecturers.

This being a ‘course with continuous assessment (PI)’, the university requires students to attend at least 80% of the time of the scheduled course units for completing the course successfully. Ideally you attend all units fully. If you are unable to fully attend a unit, please let the lecturer(s) know in advance. In case online units are scheduled, the same attendance requirements apply.

Assessment Components (relative weights in the final grade)

• Mid-term exam (40%)
• Group presentation of research idea (10%)
• Final group presentation (30%)
• Participation (20%)

Grades (point ranges)

• 1: Excellent (90-100 points)
• 2: Good (80-89 points)
• 3: Satisfactory (65-79 points)
• 4: Sufficient (50-64 points)
• 5: Fail (0-49 points)