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Introduction to Biostatistics unit (CAM625)

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Location: Hobart, Online

Introduction

This unit offers an introduction to the fundamental concepts of biostatistics, providing a background in descriptive and analytical methods that are used to estimate associations between variables. This unit covers statistical theory, data entry and manipulation methods, data summarising, basic methods of association, and regression modelling. With the basic tools found within this course, students will be able to enter, manipulate, and check the validity of data, and use statistical software to analyse and interpret results. The analytical methods used here will form the foundation of research methods in epidemiology and health services research.

Summary

Unit name Introduction to Biostatistics
Unit code CAM625
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Medicine
Discipline Menzies Institute for Medical Research
Coordinator Doctor Petr Otahal
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Online Semester 2 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 06/07/2026 28/07/2026 31/08/2026 25/10/2026

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Learning Outcomes

  • Apply your knowledge of statistical theory to produce summary statistics for health research data.
  • Implement data management guidelines for health research data.
  • Manage and analyse health research data using a statistical package.
  • Identify and apply appropriate statistical methods to analyse health research data.
  • Interpret, summarise and communicate the results of statistical analyses.

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
069900 $1,192.00 $1,192.00 not applicable $2,919.00
  • 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

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus Enrolment: Independent Learning - 8 hours weekly; Tutorial 1 hour (2 times per week)

Online Enrolment: Independent Learning 8 hours weekly; Tutorial (Online) 1 hour (2 times per week)

AssessmentTake-home tests (10%)|Statistical Report Part 1 (20%)|Statistical Report Part 2 (35%)|Statistical Report Part 3 (35%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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