Warning! This subjects requires on campus attendance. Refer to Special Requirements for more information.
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Duration
14 weeks
Study method
Online & on-campus
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Start dates
- 20 Feb 2023
Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
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QS Ranking 2022
18
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
23
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Subject details
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In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- TAS-MPH-GCE-2022
- TAS-MPH-GCE-2023
Elective
- TAS-HIM-MAS-2022
- TAS-SCM-GDI-2022
- TAS-CPH-GDI-2023
- TAS-SCM-GDI-2023
- TAS-HIM-MAS-2023
Additional requirements
- Attendance requirements - This subject is offered in semester 1 as a blended subject that requires attendance for three days for face-to-face workshops and some online activities.
This subject 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 subject 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 subject 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 subject which builds core skills essential to health and health services research, planning and evaluation of programs and policy formulation.
- Online Quiz x 5 (25%)
- Online Written Assignments (45%)
- Critique of a Journal Article (30%)
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