Course Code: 670EP303

Course Title: Epidemiology of non-communicable diseases

College: LSHTM

Course Director: Anne Tholen

Course Description: This course will provide an overview of non-communicable diseases in both developed and developing country settings, the global burden of such diseases, temporal trends in mortality from cardiovascular diseases and cancer, diet and cancer and the epidemiology and prevention of mental disorders.    By the end of the course, you will be able to develop and criticise strategies for prevention of cardiovascular disease at the community and individual level.

Assessment: Exam 70% - Written Assignment(s) 30%

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: CD-ROM; Print

Cost: £857

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