Course

Design & Analysis of Clinical Trials - MATH5906

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

This course will provide an introduction to statistical methodology used in the conduct of randomised controlled clinical trials. We will start with an introduction to the basic philosophy and history of the randomized controlled trial, and discuss design issues such as methods of randomization and sample size determination. Extensive use will be made of computer methods in analysing data sets.

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

Note: Course not offered every year - contact the School for more information.


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