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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.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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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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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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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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Quantitative health research

Learn to (1) critically analyse the strengths, limitations and issues to consider with different types of epidemiological studies; (2) assess the sources of evidence routinely used as a basis for health policy and practice; (3) interpret and apply the results of basic statistical analyses, particularly inferential statistics; and (4) use appropriate tools to critically appraise the evidence used in public health.

  • 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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Genetic epidemiology

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

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Questionnaire design, application and data interpretation

A theoretical and practical introduction to questionnaire design, application and data interpretation.

  • Remote
  • 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.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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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.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to systematic reviews and meta-analysis

Introduction to the methodology of systematic reviews and meta-analysis.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to epidemiology

Ground yourself in epidemiological study designs and measures of disease risk used in aetiological epidemiology and health services research. Gain practical experience in study design and the appraisal of epidemiological literature.

  • Remote
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Introduction to research governance

Biennial course providing participants with an understanding of all aspects of research governance in population health sciences and knowledge of the processes involved.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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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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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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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.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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Qualitative health and care research

This 15 credit module aims to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities to effectively engage with qualitative research methodologies in health and care research.

  • In person
  • University of the West of England
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Introduction to rates and survival analysis

Provides a grounding in the theory behind the methods most commonly used to analyse rates and survival-time data, as well as extensive hands-on experience of their application in Stata software.

  • Remote
  • University of Bristol
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