149604 v.2 Master of Applied Epidemiology

Introduction

This course provides advanced studies in epidemiology and biostatistics specifically designed to broaden the knowledge, competence, research and analytical skills of those currently working in the health or related fields with combination of epidemiologyand biostatistics units offered together with a dissertation undertaken in a public health related area.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree plus two years of relevant post-bachelor degree work experience. Work experience is assessed on the basis of - level of seniority and responsibility, job description, work based referee report, publications or other written reports and short courses or conference attendance.

Specific Requirements

Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. External study is also available.

Intermediate Awards I

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award, may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course appear below.

Intermediate Awards II

Graduate Certificate in Applied Epidemiology

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

Availability

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.