This course provides those currently working in public health related fields with introductory coursework in epidemiology and biostatistics. Graduates develop an understanding of the various components of epidemiology and biostatistics with the course designed to accommodate students from varying backgrounds.
A bachelor degree in an appropriate field or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary education institution.
Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance Section of this publication.
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
This fee-paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study in both internal and external study modes.
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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13150 | v.4 | Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
13152 | v.3 | Health Research Methods 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
4858 | v.7 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics 684 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
6103 | v.8 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics 582 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
100.0 | |||||
Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
2006 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
2006 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.