This assessment focuses on key learning outcomes in epidemiology, including concepts of disease incidence, the impact of various risk exposures, and understanding research designs. It emphasizes the importance of data interpretation and the difference between association and causation. Additionally, it involves evaluating epidemiological studies and understanding health indicators.

1. This assessment addresses the following learning
outcomes:1.Apply common epidemiological concepts including
incidence and prevalence of disease, mortality and survival and
age standardisation.2. Recognise the role of exposure to
biological, behavioural, social and environmental risks in
disease patterns.3. Differentiate between different types of
research designs, including observation and experimental and
mixed methods designs. 4. Assess levels of evidence and make
recommendations.5. Interpret data arising from surveillance and
research studies, including rates and ratios.6. Understand the
difference between association and causation, statistical and
public health significance.7. Analyse the role of epidemiology
in screening and prevention programs, and assess the sensitivity
and specificity of programs.8. Critically evaluate
epidemiological studies, including potential for bias,
confounding and chance errors.9. Identify key health indicators
and sources of data.