Handbook

This course is offered in two modes: either face to face (on-campus) and fully online.

An epidemiological approach to the collection, analysis and interpretation of data is the foundation for public health practice. An understanding of epidemiological principles and methods that are fundamental to the design and analysis, as well as critical evaluation of public health studies. This course has been designed to develop student’s essential knowledge and skills in the epidemiological principles of descriptive and analytical methodologies used to answer population health questions. Students will have the opportunity to calculate and interpret measures used to describe the distribution, determinants and impact of disease in populations. A major focus of the course is the design principles and critical appraisal of common intervention and observational studies and identification of study limitations and sources of bias, essential for the translation of quality evidence into public health practice and policy.

Students are recommended to enrol in this subject early in their program. If possible, students who are concerned about numeracy should consider enrolling in the course as an internal student.