LSHTM Call for Applications: Course on Introduction to Infectious Disease Modelling and Its Applications

This intensive online course offered by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) on Introduction to Infectious Disease Modelling and Its Applications intended to introduce professionals working on infectious diseases in either developing or developed countries to this exciting and expanding area. It will be held from the 15th to the 26 of June 2020. 

By the end of the course, participants will have deepened their current understanding of infectious disease epidemiology and have gained an understanding and practical experience of the basics of infectious disease modelling, which will be useful in their future work.

Who should apply?

The course is designed for individuals interested in expanding their knowledge of the techniques available for analysing and interpreting epidemiological data on infectious diseases and for predicting the impact of control programmes, including medical and health professionals, policy makers, veterinary scientists, medical statisticians infectious disease researchers.

Specialist mathematical training is not a prerequisite. However, individuals with degrees in mathematical disciplines working on some aspect of infectious disease dynamics and/ or control, who wish to learn about the potential of infectious disease modelling will also benefit. Some familiarity with spreadsheet packages (ideally Excel) is desirable.

Applicants should have a good command of English.

Read more here. 

Fee deadline June 1, 2020.