Unit details
HSH205 - Epidemiology and Biostatistics
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| Offered at: | (B, G, CBD) |
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| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | M Graham (B) |
| Prerequisite: | HBS108 or SBB141 |
| Contact hours: | Mixed online (DSO) and face to face, equivalent to 3 hours per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit aims to provide students with an understanding of the main concepts and methods of epidemiology and biostatistics within the context of public health and health promotion. It will assist them to understand, apply and interpret these methods and to critically appraise the health research literature.
Assessment
Two assignments (1000 words each) 25% each, examination (2 hours) 50%
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