Epidemiology and Statistics
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
This Level 7, 20-credit module examines the history and scope of epidemiology as the ‘basic science of public health’. Underpinning principles such as making judgements about causality, exploring disease frequency, relative risk, odds ratios, bias and confounding are introduced. Consideration is given to epidemiological methods, such as describing and analysing data, critically appraising study designs, and reflecting on different public health issues in society.
Key highlights
- Level 7, 20-credit module in epidemiology, the basic science of public health
- Covers causality, disease frequency, relative risk and odds ratios
- Introduces bias and confounding in epidemiological research
- Develops skills in describing and analysing health data
- Builds ability to critically appraise epidemiological study designs
- Reflects on different public health issues in society
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — to include subject; or above
Scholarships
Alumni PGCE Bursary Award
This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.
Up to £500Chevening Scholarships
Sir John Lowther Scholarship
The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Epidemiologist
- Public Health Analyst
- Public Health Practitioner
- Health Data Analyst
- Research Assistant (Public Health)
- Health Improvement Officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £967 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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