Statistical Methods in Medical Research 2 (TN908)
Topics in statistics like linear mixed models, analysis of variance, logistic regressioin and survival analysis, including Cox regression.
Course description for study year 2023-2024
Facts
Course code
TN908
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
5
Semester tution start
Spring, Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring, Autumn
Language of instruction
Norwegian
Content
Topics in statistics like linear mixed models, analysis of variance, logistic regressioin and survival analysis, including Cox regression. How to read and present statistical research results.Use of relevant software.
Learning outcome
After having completed this course one should be able to use statistical methods like linear mixed models, analysis of variance, logistic regression and basic methods in survival analysis to analyse data. One shall know how the analyses are conducted in relevant software, and one shall know which methods that are relevant to use in different situations.
Required prerequisite knowledge
None
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual written assignment | 1/1 | Passed / Not Passed |
Course teacher(s)
Course teacher:
Bjørn Henrik AuestadCourse teacher:
Ingvild DalenCourse coordinator:
Jan Terje KvaløyHead of Department:
Ingunn Westvik JolmaHead of Department:
Bjørn Henrik AuestadMethod of work
Lectures and exercises.
The course is given when there is capacity and interest.
Overlapping courses
| Course | Reduction (SP) |
|---|---|
| Statistical Methods in Medical Research 2 (BIO908_1) | 5 |
Open for
PhD students in medicine and health science. Others can be considered after application.
Course assessment
There must be an early dialogue between the course coordinator, the student representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital course evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.