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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
If you want to learn how to analyse medical data but do not know where to begin, the Introduction to Applied Biostatistics programme is for you. It provides an introduction to all the essential statistics and reasoning concepts used in medicine. The curriculum will introduce each topic using examples published in clinical research papers. You will work with real-life datasets in your homework assignments for practice in hands-on data analysis.
The Introduction to Applied Biostatistics certification syllabus covers basic epidemiological concepts, including study designs and sample size computation. Open-source software like R Commander and PS Sample Size, which are easy to download and install, are used in training.
The six-week Introduction to Applied Biostatistics training is an Osaka University (Japan) offering, aimed towards an intermediate-level. Learners can watch the video lectures at their own pace and follow English transcripts. The weekly effort required on their part is just three to five hours.
The Highlights
- Learn for free
- Shareable accreditation
- Six-week training
- Pre-recorded videos and transcripts in English
- Three to five hours per week
- Self-paced
- Hands-on examples
- Intermediate-level learning
- Osaka University course
- Verified certificate (paid)
Programme Offerings
- Learn for Free
- Osaka University offering
- Trained Faculty
- Six weeks
- self-directed training
- English transcripts available
- Data analysis and Statistics domain
- Verified accreditation
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 4050 | yes | Osaka University, Osaka |
- Candidates can learn for free if they apply to the Introduction to Applied Biostatistics online course.
- They have to pay if and only if they want to get certified.
Introduction to Applied Biostatistics: Statistics for Medical Research Programme Fee Structure
Training | Fee |
Introduction to Applied Biostatistics: Statistics for Medical Research programme | Free |
Introduction to Applied Biostatistics: Statistics for Medical Research programme - certificate | ₹4,050 |
What you will learn
After completing the Introduction to Applied Biostatistics training, learners should have a thorough understanding of:
- Statistical and reasoning concepts in medical research
- Using R Commander for data analysis
- Epidemiological study designs
Admission Details
Step 1: Use this link to access the Introduction to Applied Biostatistics: Statistics for Medical Research course page on edX. https://www.edx.org/course/introduction-to-applied-biostatistics-statistics-f
Step 2: Select the Enroll option.
Step 3: Select ‘Sign in’ if you have a pre-existing edX profile. If not, start an account or use your existing Google, Facebook, Apple, or Microsoft ID to register.
Step 4: Complete the provided instructions to start learning. If you wish to avail the verified certificate, pay the mentioned fees to continue.
Application Details
EdX does not make applicants fill out application forms to ensure a straightforward and hassle-free application process. Interested candidates can go to edX’s website, register for an account, and enroll for this programme. They can also use their existing ID on Google, Apple, Facebook, or Microsoft for registration.
The Syllabus
Instructors
Osaka University, Osaka Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
You will use open-source software like R Commander and PS Sample Size software. Both of these are very easy to download, install, and use.
No, it is a self-paced training curriculum. You can take your time to watch the video lectures.
Yes, video transcripts are available only in English.
Approximately three to five weekly dedication hours will be enough to finish the curriculum.
You will be learning testing techniques like Chi-Square Tests, Student T-Test, Paired T-Test, Man-Whitney U Test, Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test, etc.
Professor Ayumi Shintani, Chair of the Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department at the Osaka University, is the instructor for this course.
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