Course Code: 9160CT207

Course Title: Design and analysis of epidemiological studies

College: LSHTM

Course Director: Julia Langham

Course Description: Epidemiological studies often provide important background information prior to initiating a trial. Additionally, trial datasets may prove to be the basis for further epidemiological research. In this course you will be introduced to the key considerations in planning and designing epidemiological    studies. This will include descriptions and interpretations of epidemiological measures, including disease frequency, effect, and public health impact, and the relative merits of different study designs. Strategies for addressing sampling error, bias and confounding in epidemiological studies will be demonstrated. You will consider a range of analytic methods including stratified and multivariable approaches, and be able to critically appraise the design, analysis and interpretation of published epidemiological studies.

Assessment: Exam 80% - Written Assignment(s) 20%

Course Credit: All LSHTM Short Courses offer transfer of credit to LSTHM Certificate, Diploma or Masters-level programmes within 4 years of completion

Course Study Hours/Duration: 100 hrs over 35 weeks

Schedule of Availability: Oct - June (Enrolment deadline prior to Oct start - 30th June)

Delivery Mechanisms: Online VLE; CD-ROM

Cost: £880

How to apply: To enquire about applying for this course, or for any other information, please contact the Course Administrator using the online Enquiry Form below