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University of Lausanne

HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 1

University of Lausanne via Coursera

Overview

Welcome to an immersive exploration of Urban Health Systems with our expertly developed MOOC, specifically designed for professionals and enthusiasts in Urban Health. This inaugural part of our MOOC series (consisting in 3 MOOCs) launches you into a comprehensive 4-week journey, navigating through multidisciplinary frameworks and analytical observations crucial to understanding urban health complexities. Attain 2 ECTS credits as you explore pivotal themes, including urbanization-planetary health connections and a “Health in All Policies” approach. Module 1 solidifies foundational knowledge of systemic approaches and key urban health issues, whereas Module 2 enhances your observational and analytical skills, introducing GIS, data stewardship, and innovative AI tools. The MOOC culminates with the creation of a systemic flow chart, ensuring a practical, applied understanding, thereby facilitating informed decision-making towards realizing sustainable, health-oriented urban environments. Engage in a profound learning journey where theoretical knowledge harmoniously meets practical application, sculpting the future of Urban Health Systems.

Syllabus

  • Week 1 - INTRODUCTION
  • Week 1 - MODULE 1 A : A MULTIDISCIPLINARY FRAMEWORK FOR URBAN HEALTH SYSTEMS - PART1
    • PLANETARY HEALTH AND URBANIZATION
  • Week 2 - MODULE 1 B : A MULTIDISCIPLINARY FRAMEWORK FOR URBAN HEALTH SYSTEMS - PART2
  • Week 3 - MODULE 2 A : OBSERVING URBAN HEALTH - PART 1
  • Week 4 - MODULE 2 B : OBSERVING URBAN HEALTH - PART 2

Taught by

Prof. Céline Rozenblat

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