Epidemiology & Biostatistics

The rigorous design and conduct of biomedical research is more important than ever before. It is essential that appropriate quantitative skills are available to researchers; from Principal Investigators, to PhD students.

Drawing on extensive faculty experience in Public Health, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, we are pleased to offer a Professional Certificate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics (15 ECTS) comprising 3 modules with a focus on data management, computational skills, study design and introductory biostatistics.

NFQ Level: 9 (15 credits)

Level: Graduate Taught

Award: Professional Certificate

Subjects taught

Stage 1 Core Modules

PHPS40010: Principles of Epidemiology

PHPS40190: Biostatistics I

PHPS40750: Quantitative & Qualitative, Data Management, Analysis & Reporting

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

• Applicants to the programme should hold an Irish level 8 qualification (Higher Diploma or Higher Degree with an award of 2.2 or above) or international equivalent from a recognised third level institution.

• Applicants must supply transcripts of their primary degree or higher diploma and all supporting documentation overleaf at the time of application. This includes an up-to-date 2 page CV.

• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTs 7.0 (no band less than 6.5 in each element), or equivalent.

• Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme.

Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page (https://tinyurl.com/2ae2ffax) for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Credits

Duration

1 year part-time.

Delivery: On Campus

Fees

ProfCert Epidemiology & Biostatistics (X794) Part Time

EU/NONEU fee per year - € 1750

***Fees are subject to change

Fees include tuition and examination fees. The fee schedule for all programmes is shown on the UCD Fees website (http://www.ucd.ie/fees/) and refers to the fee for a single academic year. Further information regarding fees is available on the UCD Fees website.

Enrolment dates

X794: Epidemiology & Biostatistics

Professional Certificate

Part-Time: Commencing September 2025

Graduate Taught