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752-6105-00L 3 Credits BSC , MSC , NDS D-USYS , D-GESS , D-HEST , D-CHAB
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Epidemiology and Prevention

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Rolf Heusser, Prof. Milo Puhan
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:29:05

Abstract

The module „Epidemiology and prevention“ describes the process of scientific discovery from the detection of a disease and its causes, to the development and evaluation of preventive and treatment interventions and to improved population health.

Objective

The overall goal of the course is to introduce students to epidemiological thinking and methods, which are criticial pillars for medical and public health research. Students will also become aware on how epidemiological facts are used in prevention, practice and politics.

Content

The module „Epidemiology and prevention“ follows an overall framework that describes the course of scientific discovery from the detection of a disease to the development of prevention and treatment interventions and their evaluation in clinical trials and real world settings. We will discuss study designs in the context of existing knowledge and the type of evidence needed to advance knowledge. Examples from nutrition, chronic and infectious diseases will be used in order to show the underlying concepts and methods.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
nein

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Epidemiology and Prevention
  • Wed 12:15-14:00 (CHN C 14)
2 h weekly

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