Foundations of epidemiology; measuring health and disease; study design; random error; bias; association and causation; prevention and screening; communicable disease; environmental and occupational health; basic statistical concepts; measurement, accuracy and precision; probability; descriptive statistics; hypothesis; testing; critical review of the literature; research question and definition of problem.
Eligibility:
A good first degree in medicine or its equivalent and applicants must have completed the two year probation period and must have a good record and working experience preferably from an upcountry hospital.