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Introduction to statistics

Introduction to the basic concepts and methods commonly used in medical and public health research.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Genetic epidemiology

Gain a grounding in a wide range of cutting-edge genetic epidemiological methods for complex traits.

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  • University of Bristol
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Qualitative health research

Learn about (1) the definition, nomenclature and epistemology of qualitative research; (2) current methodological debates; and (3) methods for qualitative data collection and analysis.

  • In person
  • University of the West of England
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Causal inference in epidemiology: concepts and methods

Learn to define causation in biomedical research, describe methods to make causal inferences in epidemiology and health services research, and demonstrate the practical application of these methods.

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  • University of Bristol
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Advanced survival analysis

Learn how to implement parametric survival models, use flexible parametric survival models, and the concept of competing risks in modelling time-to-event data.

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  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to qualitative research methods

An overview and introduction to the major qualitative research methods based in the social sciences as used in health services, public health and other health-related research.

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  • University of Bristol
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Health and social care research: methods and methodology

Gain an overview of the (1) current state of research in health and social care; (2) access, use and the development of information systems; (3) critical appraisal methods; (4) main research methodologies and strategies; (5) health service evaluation; (6) ethical issues in research; and (7) innovations in research and the development of new methodologies.

  • In person
  • University of the West of England
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Introduction to Stata

A basic introduction to the statistical software package Stata 15, focusing on its use for data management and data exploration.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to network meta-analysis

Learn how network meta-analysis models can be estimated using Stata.

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  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to SPSS

A comprehensive guided tour of the data management procedures in SPSS, including data entry, data management, coding of data, an introduction to SPSS syntax, as well as creating and designing graphics and tables. Suitable for those who have not used SPSS before.

  • In person
  • University of the West of England
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Designing and conducting pragmatic randomised controlled trials

Understand the essentials of designing, conducting and analysing pragmatic randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Examine RCTs evaluating health and public health interventions in primary, secondary and community settings with individual and cluster randomised designs.

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  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to linear and logistic regression models

Understand the statistical principles behind, and the application of, univariable and multivariable linear and logistic regression in medical, epidemiological and health services research.

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  • University of Bristol
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Advanced epigenetic epidemiology

Overview of epidemiological principles that are relevant to epigenetic studies. Gain knowledge, skills and code necessary to design, execute and interpret population-based epigenetic studies.

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  • University of Bristol
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Systematic review

Through following the process of carrying out a Systematic Review, learn practical skills required for searching, evaluating and synthesizing evidence in health behaviour.

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  • University of the West of England
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Introduction to statistics 1

Learn about the underpinning logical arguments for statistical inference and the terminology used in this hands-on course. SPSS is used throughout the day, so attendees are expected to be familiar with this statistical software as well as descriptive statistics.

  • In person
  • University of the West of England
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Analysis of repeated measures

Introduction to methods for analysing longitudinal/repeated continuous data, with a focus on methods for analysing individual trajectories over time.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Writing a qualitative paper

Gain practical tools and knowledge needed to write up qualitative research studies for publication. The focus will be on writing for publication in clinical journals, but many of the topics discussed will apply equally to writing qualitative research for any type of journal.

  • In person
  • University of Bristol
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Good clinical practice refresher

Reinforce and consolidate previous learning, reflect on your practice, and raise your awareness of recent and relevant developments in GCP and related areas of research governance.

  • Online learning resource
  • National Institute for Health and Care Research
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Improving your Stata: data management, publication-quality outputs, and automating tasks

Gain a more advanced knowledge of Stata 15 statistical software package.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to economic evaluation

Gain an understanding of the theoretical frameworks which guide economic evaluation; knowledge of the methods used to measure and value costs, health and broader outcomes of care; an overview of trials and modelling techniques used to evaluate efficiency; brief practical experience of analysing cost and outcomes data; critical appraisal skills for assessing of published economic evaluations and insight into the role of economic evidence in local and national (i.e. NICE) decision making in England.

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  • University of Bristol
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