Methods in epidemiology (UCLouvain/ULB)

wmphm2201  2024-2025  Bruxelles Woluwe

Methods in epidemiology (UCLouvain/ULB)
3.00 credits
28.0 h + 8.0 h
Q1
Language
English
Content
* Basics in epidemiological methods: general overview; study designs; descriptive indicators; measures of association; standardization; attributable fraction of the risk.
* Effect modification, confounding and stratified analysis; biases and validity; causality criteria.
Teaching methods
Alternating lectures, practices, and students’ presentations.
Some parts will be given online (pre-recorded lessons), and include Multiple Choice Questionnaire (MCQ).
Evaluation methods
The course mark is computed with 10% for the continuous evaluation (MCQ) and 90% for the written exam.
Online resources
See books and references listed during the course.
Teaching materials
  • See books and references listed during the course.
Faculty or entity