Overview
Biostatistics is the application of statistical reasoning to the life sciences, and it is the key to unlocking the data gathered by researchers and the evidence presented in the scientific literature.
Along the way, you'll be introduced to a variety of methods and measures, and you'll practice interpreting data and performing calculations on real data from published studies.
Topics of the Summary Statistics in Public Health course offered by Coursera in partnership with Johns Hopkins University include summary measures, visual displays, continuous data, sample size, the normal distribution, binary data, the element of time, and the Kaplan-Meir curve.
What You Will Learn
- Calculate continuous data measures
- Interpret data visualizations
- Analyze binary data
- Analyze time to event data
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Role of Statistics in Public Health Research
- Continuous Data Measures
- The Normal Distribution
- Binary Data
- Dealing with the Element of Time
- Course Project
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
- Self-paced
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Public Health Statistics View 83 other Short Courses in Public Health in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Beginner Level
- The recommended math prerequisite is up through and including basic algebra including logarithms and the equation of a line.
Tuition Fees
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Additional Details
- Audit: free access to course materials except graded items
- Certificate: a trusted way to showcase your skills
- A year of unlimited access with Coursera Plus $399
Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.