Attributes, outcomes and skills: Master of Epidemiology (570AA)

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Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this course, graduates are expected to have:

An advanced understanding of epidemiological theory and its role and contribution in health-related disciplines
An understanding of basic statistical concepts and their role in epidemiological design and analysis
A critical approach to the appraisal of research work
The skills to identify and prioritise issues in health research and practice
The capacity to apply epidemiological and biostatistical theory and methods in practice including the demonstrated ability to: > Identify health issues and formulate research questions > Locate, synthesise and critically appraise epidemiological data, systems and research. > Design and appraise epidemiological studies > Summarise and report epidemiological data > Apply standard methods of statistical analysis used in epidemiology > Interpret and apply the findings of epidemiological studies > Prepare grant applications and manuscripts and deliver effective oral presentations

A Knowledge

Graduates of the Master of Epidemiology Degree will have acquired:

a body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in the discipline of Epidemiology
knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of Epidemiology

B Skills

Graduates of the Master of Epidemiology will have developed:

cognitive skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory and scholarship
cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
cognitive, technical and creative skills to generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
communication and technical research skills to justify and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and scientific professional decisions to specialist and non-specialist audiences
technical and communication skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise about developments that contribute to scientific professional practice or scholarship

C Application of knowledge and skills

Graduates of the Master of Epidemiology will demonstrate the application of knowledge & skills:

with creativity and initiative to new situations in professional scientific practice and/or for further learning
with high level personal autonomy and accountability
to plan and execute a substantial research-based project

The Melbourne Experience enables our graduates to become:

Academically excellent:

have a strong sense of intellectual integrity and the ethics of scholarship
have in-depth knowledge of their specialist discipline(s)
reach a high level of achievement in writing, generic research activities, problem-solving and communication
be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
be adept at learning in a range of ways, including through information and communication technologies

Knowledgeable across disciplines:

examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
expand their analytical and cognitive skills through learning experiences in diverse subjects
have the capacity to participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems
have a set of flexible and transferable skills for different types of employment

Leaders in communities:

initiate and implement constructive change in their communities, including professions and workplaces
have excellent interpersonal and decision-making skills, including an awareness of personal strengths and limitations
mentor future generations of learners
engage in meaningful public discourse, with a profound awareness of community needs

Attuned to cultural diversity:

value different cultures
be well-informed citizens able to contribute to their communities wherever they choose to live and work
have an understanding of the social and cultural diversity in our community
respect indigenous knowledge, cultures and values

Active global citizens:

accept social and civic responsibilities
be advocates for improving the sustainability of the environment
have a broad global understanding, with a high regard for human rights, equity and ethics

Last updated: 21 November 2021