Presentation and Writing Research proposal - Seminar

 

Course
Presentation and Writing of Research Proposal
Date
Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2024
Course co-ordinatorProf. Y.T. van der Schouw
Course description
Research training starts with the formulation of a research question and the design of a study. During a 2-day external symposium, research proposals are presented and discussed in a meeting with fellow participants and senior staff members. Students hand in their final research proposal.
Course objectives
At the end of this course, you will
• have insight in the translation from problem to research question,
• have insight in the translation from research question to study design
• have insight in the application of different study designs in practice, including data collection and analysis
• be able to present and discuss research proposals, including the relevance and societal impact
• be able to write a research proposal
Prerequisite knowledge
Introduction to Epidemiology, Study Design in Etiologic Research
Course days
Wednesday and Thursday 
Course format
Seminar
Assessment
Presentation and final research proposal, 
Attendance required; 1e year both days and 2e year the first day.
Number of participants
60
Course fee
not applicable (MSc Epidemiology students only)
Prerequisite for participation is sufficiënt capacity in terms of teachers and locations.