Course

Statistical Methods in Epidemiology - MATH5826

Faculty: Faculty of Science

School: School of Mathematics and Statistics

Course Outline: http://www.maths.unsw.edu.au/

Campus: Sydney

Career: Postgraduate

Units of Credit: 6

EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)

Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3

CSS Contribution Charge: 2 (more info)

Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule

Further Information: See Class Timetable

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Description

Epidemiology is the study of factors that impact on the occurrence and outcome of diseases in human populations. The course introduces the main statistical concepts, methods and models used in the design and analysis of epidemiological studies. Extensive use of statistical computing and analysis of real datasets is an essential part of this course.

Pre-requisites: 24 units of level III mathematics or a degree in a numerate discipline or permission of the Head of Department.
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