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National Centre Epidemiology & Population Health · ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy
This course is offered in two modes: online and in person. Please select the correct class number for the relevant mode of delivery when enrolling. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health in populations and the application of this study to improve health. The course will cover basic epidemiological concepts including study design; measures of disease frequency and association; bias, confounding and effect modification; causality; screening; and disease surveillance. The course will also introduce the basic tools necessary for using and interpreting population health data.
Short essays
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Quizzes
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Critical appraisal
Learning outcomes 3, 4, 5, 6
Final exam
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - In Person delivery mode: Face-to-face component which may consist of 1 x 3 hour block comprising a mix of lecture and tutorials per week. Approximately 94 hours of self-directed study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks. - Online delivery mode: Approximately 130 hours of self-directed study which will include reading, online lessons, exercises and assessment preparation. Other Information Please note this is a master degree course, undergraduate students cannot enrol into this course unless you have an approved vertical double degree (VDD) study plan. POPH8101 Biostatistics in Population Health can be taken in conjunction with POPH8100.
Reading materials will be provided throughout the course.