Biostatistics
Postgraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 5
- Teaching semesters
- Autumn
- Course code
- BIO300B
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Teaching language
- English
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Objectives and Content
Learning Outcomes
After the course, students:
- will have practical skills in statistical modeling, model selection and hypothesis testing.
- know when and how to apply linear models (lm), linear mixed effect models (lme), generalized linear models (glm) and generalized linear mixed effect models (glmm), survival analysis, and have a simple overview of prescription models.
- must be able to make a graphical representation of results where, ideally, one is able to see raw data and how a chosen statistical model fits these.
- must know why p-values ¿¿must be considered in the context of co-power variables.
- must be able to master the programming language R.
Semester of Instruction
Autumn.
This course has a limited capacity, enrolment is based on application. The application deadline is Wednesday in week 33 for the autumn semester. Please see this page for more information. You will receive confirmation of whether you received a seat in Studentweb no later than Monday the week after the deadline.
It is compulsory to attend the first lecture/orientation meeting, or you risk losing your seat. If you are unable to attend the first lecture, you must contact the Study Section (studie.bio@uib.no). The time of the first lecture/orientation meeting can be found in the schedule on the course website or on Mitt UiB.
Required Previous Knowledge
Bachelor's degree in biology or equivalent. The course is limited to master programme students at the Department of Biological Sciences.
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Teaching and learning methods
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Approved compulsory activities are valid for 3 semesters, including the semester of completion. Compulsory activities have to be passed in order to take the exam.