The aim of the Issues in Applied Epidemiology course is to introduce students to topical issues and advanced techniques in applied epidemiology and revise and cement writing skills, prepare for and prepare for and engage in peer-to-peer learning.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Identify and discuss current and emerging issues in applied epidemiology.
- Critique the current practice of applied epidemiology and make suggestions for improvement.
- Design and implement teaching and mentoring sessions and programs in applied epidemiology.
Indicative Assessment
- Participation in the sessions in course blocks related to the course (10) [LO 1,2,3]
- Preparation and delivery of a Lesson from the field session to peers in their cohort (45) [LO 1,3]
- Preparation and delivery of a sharing experience and expertise session on a topic related to the scholars’ project to the first year cohort. (45) [LO 1,2,3]
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Workload
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the session including:
- The face-to-face component will be delivered in intensive mode over one week, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (total 35 hours).
- Some self-directed study including pre-class preparation and readings (Approximately 50 hours).
- Approximately 45 hours for the preparation and delivery of session to the first-year students and Lessons from the field.
Inherent Requirements
No specific inherent requirements have been identified for this course
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
None
Preliminary Reading
Rothman K, Greenland S and Lash T. Modern Epidemiology (3rd Ed.) Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2012
Kabat GC. Getting risk right: understanding the science of elusive health risks. Columbia University Press; 2016
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
Quarter 1
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1269 | 01 Jan 2026 | 02 Jan 2026 | 30 Mar 2026 | 31 Mar 2026 | In Person | N/A |