Overview
You’ll study the basic principles of epidemiology. This includes an introduction to disease measurement at a population level and basic epidemiological study design and analysis.
Careers
Developing your skills in this key area of public health, you’ll gain a strong career advantage as a researcher, health or related professional.
An epidemiology career can take you into roles in a research setting, focusing on populations as a whole, or as a clinical epidemiologist, concentrating on patients.
Programme Structure
You’ll explore:- causality and associations
- measures of disease occurrence
- different types of study design – and the pros and cons for each
- populations
- sampling
- validity and reliability
- sensitivity and specificity
- bias and confounding
- critical appraisal
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Epidemiology View 13 other Short Courses in Epidemiology in United KingdomWhat 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
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full
Living costs
Aberdeen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.