Data analysis is a central activity in applied epidemiology providing underlying evidence for public health policy formulation and action. The aim of the Analysis of Public Health Data course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to analyse quantitative public health data. The course combines biostatistics theory with practical application of biostatistical methods.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Develop and execute an appropriate data analysis plan to answer a research question.
- Use appropriate statistical software to perform a range of statistical analyses.
- Interpret results from a variety of statistical analyses.
- Communicate findings of data analysis to a range of stakeholders.
