Clinical Epidemiology

In recent years, the quantitative approach in clinical research and clinical practice has become increasingly important. Epidemiology, clinical decision analysis and biostatistics are the disciplines traditionally involved in the quantitative aspects of medical problems. In daily practice modern clinicians are increasingly expected to combine patient care with clinical research. There is a growing need for physicians who can both initiate research and participate in it.

Clinical Epidemiology – which is empirical and patient oriented – is most suited for such a combination. It involves diagnostic, prognostic, preventive and therapeutic studies that follow directly from quantitative study designs. Training in study design and analysis provides a sound basis for successful clinical research.

Our Master of Science programmes and short courses in Clinical Epidemiology: