Diagnostic research in the past focused particularly on estimating the sensitivity and specificity of individual diagnostic tests. This course will demonstrate that this so called ‘test research’ is Read More
Courses
Advanced Topics in Causal Research
This course will address two important topics in causal epidemiologic research, namely confounding and effect modification. These topics will be discussed in the context of both etiologic research and Read More
Applied Economic Modeling for the Veterinary Sciences
Many economic tools have been developed and are currently being applied to support decisions concerning animal health. These include basic methods such as partial budgeting, cost-benefit analysis and Read More
Bundle Veterinary Epidemiology
This bundle is taught by epidemiologists from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and forms part of the MSc Epidemiology program of the UMC Utrecht and Utrecht University. Enroll and save Read More
Cardiovascular Epidemiology
The objective of this course is to provide you with insights into the principles of cardiovascular disease (CVD) epidemiology and the important issues that are involved – plus a lot more besides. Read More
Classical Methods in Data Analysis
In order to analyze medical research data, it is essential to understand the basic biostatistical applications upon which it is based. This course provides you with this indispensable knowledge, and Read More
Clinical Epidemiology
This course focuses on the principles and practice of clinical epidemiology, and elaborates on examples from relevant literature. The aim is to provide you with the knowledge to evaluate and assess Read More
Clinical Trials and Drug Risk Assessment
A clinical trial is an exceedingly important instrument in the assessment of treatment efficacy. With regard to clinical trials, the emphasis will be on methodological principles and on the clinical Read More
Economic Principles and Concepts for the Veterinary Sciences
Economic issues play an important role in the often risky decisions that need to be made about disease control. The aim of this introductory course, which is intended for participants with an interest Read More
Environmental Epidemiology
The objective of this advanced course is to provide the student with insight in the principles and important issues of environmental epidemiology. The main methodological topics include time series Read More