HSH216 - Epidemiology and Biostatistics 2
| Year: | 2025 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Prerequisite: | HSH205 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Study commitment | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus | Practical experiences (computer practicals) will be held in person (unless advised otherwise) and online, with one session recorded and uploaded to the unit site. |
Content
The purpose of this unit is to introduce students to the basic principles of biostatistics used in public health and health promotion practice. It builds on HSH205 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 1. The main topics covered include understanding, application and interpretation of fundamental biostatistical concepts. Students will also participate in computer practicals to develop their skills and knowledge as well as learn to use statistical software programs to conduct biostatistical analysis of data.
Recommended texts
Cronk, BC (2024). How to Use SPSS®, A Step-By-Step Guide to Analysis and Interpretation, 12th edition. Routledge.
Argyrous, G (2011) Statistics for research: With a guide to SPSS, 3rd edition. Sage Publications.
Unit Fee Information
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