Applied Epidemiology (5cr)

Learning outcomes

The student is able:
• to analyze symptoms, transmissions and spread of infectious
diseases
• to enhance preparedness, surveillance, and response to
infectious disease outbreaks
• to analyze, implement and communicate surveillance data in
infection prevention and control
• to critically assess contextual influences on infectious disease
management

Teaching methods

Methods: self-study through e-tivities. One workshop day in February to focusing on epidemiological study designs and outbreak management.

After this course you are able:
• to analyse symptoms, transmissions and spread of infectious diseases
• to enhance preparedness, surveillance, and response to infectious disease outbreaks
• to analyse, implement and communicate surveillance data in infection prevention and control
• to critically assess contextual influences on infectious disease management

Time and location

Studies are mostly done independently online. Mandatory workshop in Tikkurila Campus 14.2.2025.

Learning materials and recommended literature

The relevant study materials will be available in the Canvas learning platform. The course entails different pedagogical approaches to support learning, including scientific articles, podcast, case studies etc.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

According to the degree regulations (2024), "Students are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning regardless of where, when and how the competence has been acquired.
At Laurea, there are two different procedures for the recognition and accreditation of prior learning: a) accreditation of prior learning (competence acquired in higher education studies at another institution) and b) demonstration of competence (competence acquired in other ways). The recognition and accreditation of prior learning is initiated by the student themselves. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence. The student is entitled to guidance for the recognition and accreditation of their competence." Further information in the student intranet.

Important dates

Mandatory workshop day at Tikkurila Campus 14.2.2025 09-16.30.

In accordance with the degree regulations (2024), those who have been accepted for the study unit must confirm their participation by returning the first e-tivities to the Canvas platform according to the given deadline. If the student does not confirm participation by acting in this way, his/her registration for the implementation will be rejected and another student can be taken in his/her place.

Student workload

Workshop 14th February 2025 at Tikkurila Campus. Compulsory presence at the workshop = 8 hour.
Individual work by completing the given e-tivities 125,5 hours.

Further information

The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Master's level education.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student does not fill the EQF 7 level requirements given for the e-tivities and/or participate in the mandatory contact workshop day.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

To achieve grade 1 (satisfactory) the student is able to:
- create a justified knowledge base on the subject using research sources (e.g. non-peer-reviewed scientific texts). (Knowledge base)
- apply the knowledge base to various professional contexts. (Knowledge base)
- pose essential questions about the topic under consideration.(Knowledge base)
- develop well-founded solutions to development problems. (Development)
- act in development tasks. (Development)
- examine issues openly from different perspectives and design functional solutions based on existing knowledge. (Creativity)
- communicate clearly both orally and in writing. (Communication)
- utilise means of communication. (Communication)
- demonstrate organisational skills in their own activities according to schedules. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- demonstrate responsibility, independence, and ethics in their actions. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- operate in uncertain situations (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- work with others (Working skills, responsibility and independence)

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

To achieve grade 3 (good) the student is able to:
- create an essential knowledge base by analysing both domestic and international scientific sources. (Knowledge base)
- apply the knowledge base to various professional contexts, demonstrating independent thinking. (Knowledge base)
- reflect on critical questions related to the knowledge base.(Knowledge base)
- develop well-founded solutions to research, development, and/or innovation problems using a development process model or method.(Development)
- act as a developer in development tasks requiring complex and new approaches.(Development)
- evaluate issues openly from different perspectives and build something original and functional based on existing knowledge. (Creativity)
- communicate expertly both orally and in writing. (Communication)
- utilise various means of communication effectively. (Communication)
- apply knowledge and skills demonstrating responsibility and independence. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- produce solutions that demonstrate responsibility and ethics. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- plan and execute work according to schedules. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- act independently in situations requiring tolerance to uncertainty. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- work constructively in collaboration with others. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

To achieve grade 5 (excellent) the student is able to:
- create a coherent knowledge base by utilising both domestic and international sources comprehensively. (Knowledge base)
- critically analyse current and relevant scientific sources. (Knowledge base)
- apply the knowledge base to various professional contexts with critical thinking. (Knowledge base)
- highlight relevant and critical perspectives related to the knowledge base.(Knowledge base)
- develop new, well-founded solutions to complex research, development, and/or innovation problems using an appropriate development process model or method. (Development)
- act as a developer in development tasks that are complex, unpredictable, and/or require new strategic approaches. (Development)
- evaluate issues openly and boldly from multiple perspectives and build new, innovative, and functional viewpoints based on existing knowledge. (Creativity)
- communicate convincingly both orally and in writing, considering the audience. (Communication)
- utilise creative means of communication. (Communication)
- apply knowledge and skills responsibly and independently. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- produce solutions that reflect responsibility and ethics.(Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- organise and manage their own activities. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- plan and schedule work systematically. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- show tolerance for uncertainty and the ability to overcome challenges independently and justifiably. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)
- work constructively and purposefully in collaboration with others. (Working skills, responsibility and independence)