Social Determinants of Health & Health Policy

3 credits · Graduate School

This doctoral-level course examines the influence of social determinants of health (SDOH) on population health outcomes and health disparities, with particular attention to how health policies shape and influence these determinants. The course emphasizes the integration of theoretical frameworks, empirical evidence, and policy contexts to understand how structural and systemic factors interact to shape health across populations. Students will explore the relationships among social conditions, health systems, and population health outcomes within complex policy environments. Emphasis is placed on the role of scientists in generating and translating evidence that informs policy, practice, and interventions aimed at improving population health outcomes. [3]