Course Overview

Power calculations and sample size determination are essential parts of planning a scientific study. In this course (run over two days), we will introduce the basic principles of precision-based and power-based sample size calculations. Using practical examples, we will demonstrate how to perform sample size calculations for common designs in single-sample studies and for comparing groups, as well as discussing practical issues such as multiple comparisons. No knowledge of statistical software will be required.

Course Outline

This course will cover topics including:

• Introduction and motivation
• Basic principles of power and sample size calculations
• Precision-based sample size calculations
• Power-based sample size calculations
• Complex power calculations
• Practical considerations & other issues

Course Requirement: You will need to use a computer during the course.

• Presenter and Expertise: Mark Donoghoe, Biostatistician, UNSW Medicine & Health Clinical Research Unit
• Date: Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 May 2025
• Time: 9.30am to 2.30pm – Each day
• Delivery Mode: In-person (preferred) and online
• Location: Wallace Wurth Building, UNSW Kensington Campus

This course is proudly presented by UNSW Medicine & Health's Clinical Research Unit

You will receive a certificate of completion for the course.

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