The Power of Sport: An Introduction to Sport for Social Change - GENM0709
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine
School: School of Public Health and Community Medicine
Course Outline: See Course Outline
Campus: Sydney
Career: Undergraduate
Units of Credit: 6
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 5
Enrolment Requirements:
Excluded: Not available to Undergraduate Faculty of Medicine single/dual program students
CSS Contribution Charge: 2 (more info)
Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule
Further Information: See Class Timetable
Available for General Education: Yes (more info)
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Description
Over the past decade, international sport for social development (S4SD) has emerged as a new and exciting vehicle for international development and social change. Research indicates that if strategically designed and implemented, S4SD programs can contribute to improved physical and mental health, international development and peace building, help build stronger communities, possibly impact social problems including homelessness, racism and substance abuse.
This brand new course will introduce students to the exciting new and emerging field of sport for development and social change (S4D/SC), where the power of sport goes well beyond the traditional playing fields to address health and social challenges. Through an inspiring mix of workshops, case studies, multi-media, guest experts, students will Students will learn about the compelling power of this emerging field of sport for development and social change.
This course is perfect for students wanting to learn about affecting positive change in their communities, or globally, international development, community engagement, new avenues for engaging in sport, positive social impact and change.
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