Overview

Gain a systematic understanding of the key issues in the design, statistical analysis and interpretation of the common types of epidemiological study.

• This module builds on the material covered by the module Epidemiology and Statistics (a prerequisite unless you can show evidence of equivalent knowledge/expertise), allowing you to further develop your research skills
• Learn about issues in the design, analysis and interpretation of: case-control studies; cohort studies; randomized controlled trials; and trial data meta-analyses
• Also, other practical issues in common epidemiological study designs (such as survey methods)
  
  

Induction module

Before completing the course, you will undertake our Induction and Professional Development module, introducing you to all the underpinning regulations, guidance and support available to you during your postgraduate study.

Key facts

Contact: Melissa Parkes / Cheryl Grantham / Nicky Tiwana

Module Leads: Professor Janet Dunn/Dr Link opens in a new windowAndrea Marshall

Duration: 5 days

CATS: 20

Code: MD913

How to apply

Funding Opportunities

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