Unit details
HSH205 - Epidemiology and Biostatistics 1
| Offered at: | (B, G, CBD) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | M Graham (B) |
| Prerequisite: | HBS108 or SLE101 or SLE115 |
| Contact hours: | Mixed online (CloudDeakin) 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%
Prescribed texts
Carneiro, I. et al (2011). Introduction to Epidemiology, 2nd edition. Mcgraw Hill, Open University Press.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1076 | $1076 | $2813 | $2908 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
