Courses & Units

Introduction to Epidemiology CAM528

Hobart, Online

Introduction

This unit explores the principles, theories and practice of epidemiology. Students are provided with a comprehensive introduction to the collection and interpretation of epidemiological data within the framework of health, health care delivery and human services. The unit content covers the broad areas of disease distribution, study design, basic quantitative measures, causality, interpretation of data and critical appraisal of the literature. These concepts are explored in the context of contemporary health and health care issues such as non-communicable diseases, cancer screening, mental health, domestic violence, disability and drug and alcohol addiction. The unit focuses on the development of essential skills for logical and scientific assessment and evaluation of the literature. Critical thinking, scientific and analytical competencies are emphasized throughout this unit which builds core skills essential to health and health services research, planning and evaluation of programs and policy formulation.

Summary

Unit name Introduction to Epidemiology
Unit code CAM528
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Health and Medicine
School of Medicine
Discipline Medicine
Coordinator Doctor Getahun Kebede Beyera
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 21/7/2025 19/8/2025 8/9/2025 26/10/2025
Semester 1 24/2/2025 25/3/2025 14/4/2025 1/6/2025

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Distinguish between different epidemiological study designs in relation to their major features, strengths and limitations
  • Identify and discuss how to address sources of error and bias in epidemiological research
  • Critically appraise epidemiological research in relation to validity and inference of causality
  • Communicate academic arguments effectively
  • Identify, calculate and interpret basic epidemiological measures of disease frequency and relative risk

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
061311 $1,164.00 $1,164.00 not applicable $2,923.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus Enrolment: Independent Learning 8 hours weekly; Tutorial 2 hours weekly

Online Enrolment: Independent Learning 8 hours weekly; Tutorial (Online) 1 hour fortnightly

AssessmentOnline Quiz x 5 (25%)|Critique of a journal article (30%)|Online Written Assignments (45%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Required readings and other resources will be provided through MyLO.

Recommended

You can access the reading list for this unit from the link in MyLO or by going directly to the reading lists page on the University Library website.

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