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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health by The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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About the Course

Often called “the cornerstone” of public health, epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of diseases, health conditions, or events among populations and the application of that study to control health problems. By applying the concepts learned in this course to current public health problems and issues, students will understand the practice of epidemiology as it relates to real life and makes for a better appreciation of public health programs and policies. This course explores public health issues like cardiovascular and infectious diseases – both locally and globally – through the lens of epidemiology....

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NL

Apr 11, 2020

Very clear teaching strategies from the instructors. Some quizzes though are a little bit hard on my part because of the type of questions and answers. But overall it is a great course to take with.

AA

May 30, 2020

I just completed my course and I would like to appreciate the tutors for doing a great job, yeah! Also, I recommend Coursera for anyone who wants to experience advancement in knowledge and career.

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By Denise B

Mar 7, 2021

this is one of the best courses I´ve taken inCoursera. Great teachers and the content was exactly what I´ve needed!

By Samuel V

Feb 22, 2020

Excellent, I learned a lot about the topic and I could integrate psychological research concepts with epidemiology.

By Omar A

Nov 16, 2018

Thank you for such an innovative and informative course. Very amazing and to the point and simple at the same time.

By Sanja B

Jun 13, 2017

A great course, very dynamic and interesting and covering all the basics in epidemiology. Absolutely recommendable!

By OYELAJA O A

Aug 24, 2022

This course is very insightful and interesting . I love the way the lecturers gave the outllines and explanations

By Serdar Ö

Jun 27, 2020

Liked the pace of the course and the level of detail. If you are interested in Epidemiology, I would recommend it.

By Jesús E O S

Jun 16, 2020

One of the best courses on this platform. Complete, simple and very detailed, with useful exercises and examples .

By Veronica M B L

Oct 17, 2017

This was the perfect course to introduce me to the field of public health, a new career that I would like to pursu

By TAN S C J

Mar 18, 2017

Very well delivered online course. Lecturers were able to explained the concepts of epidemiology concepts clearly.

By Alberto L

Dec 19, 2022

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and exposing the different fields of epidemiology and public health.

By Maria V V B

Oct 2, 2020

A very well instructed and guided course, quizzes were pretty difficult but all the information was given. Great!

By Carlos G

Jun 26, 2020

Excellent content, excellent professors, iwell structured with basic and clear concepts. Gained lot of knowledge.

By Bernice S D

Jun 19, 2020

A good short course to begin a journey in Epidemiology. Quizzes were tasking but definitely do-able. Recommended!

By Samson Y

Aug 25, 2022

I learnt a lot during this course. I have a Master in Public and i am willing on pursuing a PhD in epidemiology.

By Karen T

Aug 3, 2021

Very indept and gained substantial knowldge in Epidemiology courwse. Can apply what waws learned to employment.

By Sneha M

Mar 5, 2021

It was really interesting to attend this course. Everything was explained in a very easy and understandable way.

By Kris Q

Nov 30, 2020

Great intro course and great instructors. The entire course was very informative and easy to digest. Great job!!

By Tanvir M

Jun 21, 2020

It is the best course I have done. It helps me to perceive the knowledge of population, health outcome, disease.

By Angela B

Jun 3, 2018

Great course and well-organized. I highly recommend it if looking for an introduction to public health concepts.

By Samuel M L

May 3, 2016

This course is an excellent introduction to Epidemiology. I am prepared to pursue my interests in the subject.

By Kaushal P

Aug 28, 2015

Tough quizzes but its well said "you need to heat and beat the iron to re-shape". its totally worth your effort.

By Rehan A

Aug 19, 2023

Very Informative Course to build the foundations of new entrants in the field of Epidemiology and Public Health

By María C P

Jan 25, 2021

A really good course for those who are starting their journey to investigate, very clear and easy to understand

By Casilda d B

Jul 21, 2020

Good introduction to the field of Epidemiology. I obtained useful knowledge i this interesting area. Thank you!

By Paulene Q

May 26, 2020

Thorough series with clear, relevant examples and excellent references for those of us who want to dive deeper.