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Only one application needs to be completed for all courses desired during the quarter.
Deadline:
01/02/2026
Format:
In-person
Term Offered:
Winter
Overview
This course is for learners interested in accessing data sources and using informatics tools that are helpful in identifying cohorts, developing research questions, and conducting health disparities research. Topics will include finding, managing, manipulating, mining, and analyzing a variety of data types. Lectures will cover informatics research projects that address health disparities. Learners will gain access to tools and data sources, and there will be hands-on activities.
Course Details
Upon completion of the courses, students will be able to:
- Develop health disparities related research questions.
- Demonstrate an understanding of UCSF clinical data warehouse structure and how to access tools.
- Master key skills in using UCSF’s data tools.
- Apply informatics research methods to answering health disparities questions.
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Course content will be delivered through weekly interactive lectures.
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Grading based upon participation, quizzes, written work. An optional 1-unit of independent study course work is available upon request from Course Director.
Only UCSF students (defined as individuals enrolled in UCSF degree or certificate programs) will receive academic credit for courses. Official transcripts are available to UCSF students only. A Certificate of Course Completion will be available upon request to individuals who are not UCSF students and satisfactorily pass all course requirements.
For UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,100
For Non-UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,500
UC-Affiliation: Concurrent enrollment in a University of California-sponsored residency or post-doctoral fellowship program that is recognized by the Office of Graduate Medical Education; or a registered student in one of the professional schools or graduate programs at the University of California (in a program other than the TICR program); or individuals who hold full-time salaried University of California faculty, academic or staff positions. Please note: Individuals will be asked to provide proof of UC status.
Upon completion of the courses, students will be able to:
- Develop health disparities related research questions.
- Demonstrate an understanding of UCSF clinical data warehouse structure and how to access tools.
- Master key skills in using UCSF’s data tools.
- Apply informatics research methods to answering health disparities questions.
None
Course content will be delivered through weekly interactive lectures.
None
Grading based upon participation, quizzes, written work. An optional 1-unit of independent study course work is available upon request from Course Director.
Only UCSF students (defined as individuals enrolled in UCSF degree or certificate programs) will receive academic credit for courses. Official transcripts are available to UCSF students only. A Certificate of Course Completion will be available upon request to individuals who are not UCSF students and satisfactorily pass all course requirements.
For UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,100
For Non-UC-Affiliated learners, the course fee is $2,500
UC-Affiliation: Concurrent enrollment in a University of California-sponsored residency or post-doctoral fellowship program that is recognized by the Office of Graduate Medical Education; or a registered student in one of the professional schools or graduate programs at the University of California (in a program other than the TICR program); or individuals who hold full-time salaried University of California faculty, academic or staff positions. Please note: Individuals will be asked to provide proof of UC status.
Meet the Faculty
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William Brown III, PhD, DrPH, MA
Associate Professor, Departments of Medicine and Epidemiology & Biostatistics
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How to Enroll
Whether you're exploring the field, enhancing your skills, or working toward a larger academic goal, most individual courses are open to everyone. Current learners enrolled in DEB Education programs have priority in enrollment for this course. Any extra spaces are available to non-DEB Education learners (i.e., those from the Institute for Global Health Sciences, School of Nursing, external groups, etc).
You’ll find details on course fees, how to apply and pay, and the full course schedule on the Course Enrollment & Payment page. Be sure you understand the enrollment policies and payment process before completing the enrollment form.
And remember: you only need to submit one form for all the new courses you want to take.