There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

This module introduces the fundamental principles and applications of epidemiology as the core science of public health. You will develop a critical understanding of measures of health and disease, study designs, and approaches to describing and analysing patterns of health in populations. The module emphasises how epidemiological evidence is generated, interpreted, and applied to public health challenges. Through exploring case examples, you will consider how epidemiology contributes to understanding risk factors, health inequalities, and the evaluation of interventions, providing a foundation for more advanced study and practice in public health.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Define and apply core epidemiological concepts, including measures of disease frequency (incidence, prevalence, mortality) and measures of association and effect.

LO2: Critically distinguish between key epidemiological study designs, evaluating their methodological strengths, limitations, and appropriate applications in public health research.

LO3: Analyse and interpret epidemiological data using appropriate measures and methods, drawing valid inferences about population health patterns, determinants, and interventions.

LO4: Appraise the role of epidemiology in informing public health practice, with particular attention to understanding risk factors, health inequalities, and approaches to prevention.