INTHE4017 – Quantitative Methodology
Course content
This is a introduction course in epidemiological and statistical principals and planning of epidemiological projects. Participants learn how to plan and implement a research project. The course covers general aspects of research and some specific knowledge needed for the application of statistical and epidemiological methods in research.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
You will learn basic statistical concepts, the main principles for the planning and carrying out of epidemiological research, and analysis of data generated in such research. You will learn the most central epidemiological study designs and how to select a study sample. Furthermore, you will learn central concepts regarding measurements and statistical analysis, mechanisms for systematic bias in different research projects, and finally you will learn central epidemiological measures for disease frequency, risk and association.
Skills
You will learn to participate in the planning and carrying out of epidemiological research and analyze data generated in such research. You will learn to define and justify the aim of and epidemiological study, make and justify choices of study design, samples, measures and data analysis methods. You will also learn to assess strengths and weaknesses of different epidemiological research project, and critically read and evaluate epidemiological literature.
General competence
You will attain epidemiological knowledge that renders you a valuable partner for planning and carrying out of epidemiological research and make you able to read and critically evaluate epidemiological literature.
Admission
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.
If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.
This course is not available for single course students.
Overlapping courses
4 credits overlap with INTHE4004 – Research Methodology, part 1 (discontinued)
Examination
Home examination
Grading
The Board at the University of Oslo has decided to introduce detailed guidelines for all examinations, which take place at the University. The description of the grading should be clear and transparent. This is done to ensure alignment between learning outcomes, assignments, and grading. The Faculty of Medicine has developed a web page with information regarding exams and the grading procedures (norwegian version).
Use of sources and citation
You should familiarize yourself with the rules that apply to the use of sources and citations. If you violate the rules, you may be suspected of cheating/attempted cheating.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Withdrawal from an examination
It is possible to take the exam up to 3 times. If you withdraw from the exam after the deadline or during the exam, this will be counted as an examination attempt.
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.