Study Designs in Epidemiology
Master epidemiological research methods from cross-sectional studies to randomized controlled trials.
Master epidemiological research methods from cross-sectional studies to randomized controlled trials.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Epidemiology for Public Health Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Compare and evaluate different epidemiological study designs
Identify appropriate study designs for research questions
Understand strengths and limitations of various methods
Master principles of randomized controlled trials
Develop skills in research methodology
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This course includes:
1.2 Hours PreRecorded video
6 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores various epidemiological study designs crucial for public health research. Students learn to compare and contrast different methodologies, including cross-sectional, case-control, cohort studies, and randomized controlled trials. The curriculum covers the strengths and limitations of each design, helping researchers choose the most appropriate method for their research questions. Through practical examples and detailed analysis, participants develop skills in research design, understanding bias, and interpreting study results.
Introduction to Study Designs: Ecological and Cross-Sectional Studies
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Case Control Studies
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Cohort Studies and Nested Studies
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Randomised Controlled Trials
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Dr. Filippos Filippidis: Leading Public Health Research and Education at Imperial College
Dr. Filippos Filippidis is a Senior Lecturer in Public Health within the Department of Primary Care and Public Health at Imperial College, where he also serves as co-Director of the Master of Public Health program. He studied Medicine and Health Promotion and Education at the University of Athens, Greece, and earned an MPH from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, specializing in Quantitative Methods. His PhD thesis examined the impact of the recent economic crisis on the epidemiology of obesity, smoking, diet, and physical activity. Currently, his research centers on the epidemiology of tobacco use and the assessment of tobacco control policies across Europe and beyond. Passionate about education, he holds a PG Diploma in University Learning and Teaching and has taught Epidemiology at Imperial College and various higher education institutions in Greece for several years.
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