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Postgraduate handbook 2005 - Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Graduate Diploma in Biostatistics

Course code: 3421

Course description

This course provides a broad range of theory and techniques especially designed for health professionals. The degree assists in understanding the mathematical background, theory and application of the principles of epidemiology and biostatistics in health and medical research. It also enables candidates to develop the analytical skills to become statistically self-sufficient. The course can lead to the Master of Biostatistics.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a bachelors degree in science, psychology, medicine, pharmacy, nursing or another appropriate discipline. Applicants must also have at least one year's work experience in a health-related field or an honours degree in mathematics or statistics. MPH1041 (Introductory biostatistics) or equivalent is a prerequisite.

Course structure

This course is comprised of eight core units.

Core units

Assessment

Assessment includes written assignments, practical exercises and examinations.

Inquiries

Associate Professor Andrew Forbes (course coordinator)
Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
Central and Eastern Clinical School
The Alfred Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria 3004
Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9903 0580
Postgraduate Office
Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
Central and Eastern Clinical School
The Alfred Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria 3004
Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9903 0563
Email: pgradenq@med.monash.edu.au
Website: http://www.med.monash.edu.au/epidemiology/pgrad/

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