MEDS4003

MEDS4003: Principles of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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Which units require MEDS4003?

MEDS4003 is a prerequisite for 1 unit.

MEDS4002

What is MEDS4003 about?

This unit provides an introduction to the core skills in epidemiology and statistical concepts, their use and relevance in health research. Topics covered include: quantitative and qualitative research methods, study design, characteristics of a good research question, definition and selection of study population and participants, reliability and validity of data, statistical methods and the use of statistical software. The emphasis is on practical enabling students to conduct independent public health research.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours2 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaCurtin School of Population Health (1279)

Field of Education060100 Medical Studies (Narrow Grouping)

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How this unit is taught

Computer Laboratory1 x 2 hours weekly
Online Lecture1 x 1 hour weekly

Prerequisites

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BH-HLTHSCv2Bachelor of Science (Health Sciences) (Honours)