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Overview
The Statistical Methods for Meta-Analysis of Individual Participant Data (SMIPD) (Online) programme from the University of Birmingham considers continuous, binary and time-to-event outcomes, and covers a variety of modelling options, including common-effect and random-effects.
Key facts
The course consists of a mixture of lectures and practical sessions to reinforce the underlying statistical concepts. Participants can choose either Stata or R for the practicals. The key messages are illustrated with real examples throughout the course.
Programme Structure
Topics covered include:
- IPD meta-analysis of test accuracy studies
- Estimating the power of a planned IPD meta-analysis
- Dealing with unavailable IPD
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Statistics View 19 other Short Courses in Statistics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Open to anyone, aimed at healthcare researchers from any background, ideally with some training in statistics and healthcare research, either at BSc or MSc level.
- The course assumes a good understanding of core statistical principles and topics, such as regression methods (such as linear, logistic, and Cox), parameter estimation and interpreting software output. A familiarity with traditional aggregate data (non-IPD) meta-analysis methods is advantageous, though not essential.
- It is also recommended that participants are familiar with Stata or R, although the practicals will not require individuals to write their own code. Participants must have access to their own copy of R or Stata for undertaking the practicals.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents499 GBP / full≈ 499 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents499 GBP / full≈ 499 GBP / full
Additional Details
- Students - £499
- Academic - £599
- Industry - £699
Funding
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