Course - Qualitative Research Methods in Medicine and Health Sciences - MH3004
MH3004 - Qualitative Research Methods in Medicine and Health Sciences
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 3 days | ALLE |
Course content
The course introduces qualitative methodology. During the course, students learn about when and how qualitative methods are relevant to answer research questions. The course addresses questions of theoretical perspectives, design, sampling, data collection, analysis, reporting results, and evaluation of study quality. The aim of the course is to give students practical experience with data collection, analysis and writing up results.
Learning outcome
Upon completion of MH3004 the student is able to
plan and carry out data collection and analysis, as well as present the results from a qualitative study
describe the epistemological and methodological basis of qualitative methods
discuss strengths and weaknesses with qualitative methods for data collection and analytical approaches
conduct individual interviews, participatory observation, and focus group interviews
carry out analysis of qualitative data and write up the results
evaluate validity and reliability in qualitative studies
Learning methods and activities
Intensive lectures.
Lectures, seminars, exercise-assignments, also in groups.
Compulsory assignments
- 2 Written assignments
Further on evaluation
Two approved written exercises. The approved exercises are valid through the following two semesters (one years after approval) if the students do not finalize his/her exam the same year as the exercises.
Home examination with duration 1 week. The exam is given in Inspera if not any other information is given.
Reservation is made according to type of evaluation in case of postponed examination.
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Advanced Clinical Nursing (VAKSP)
Cancer Nursing (VKRESP)
Clinical Health Science (MKLIHEL)
Clinical Nursing (MKLISP)
Global Health (MSPUHE)
Intensive Care Nursing (VISP)
Mental Health (MPHLS)
Nurse Anaesthesia (VASP)
Operating Room Nursing (VOSP)
Paediatric Nursing (VBASP)
Physical Activity and Health (MSPAHE)
Public Health (MFHLS)
Recommended previous knowledge
Corresponding knowledge as in the learning outcomes in the introductory course in methodology in medicine and health subjects, i.e. MH3000
Required previous knowledge
Admission to a master's programme at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Scienes. Other students may be accepted after an individual assessment.
Course materials
To be announced
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLH3015 | 7.5 | 01.09.2018 | |
| HLS3004 | 7.5 | 01.09.2018 | |
| PH3001 | 7.5 | 01.09.2018 | |
| MDV6282 | 7.5 | 01.09.2018 | |
| SMED8015 | 5.0 | 01.09.2019 | |
| MH3008 | 7.5 | 01.09.2020 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2020
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund , Gjøvik , Trondheim
- Health Science
- Medicine, Health and Social Studies.
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Public Health and Nursing
Phone:
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination
100/100
ALLE
Release 2020-12-09
Submission 2020-12-11
Release 08:00
Submission 16:00
INSPERA -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Home examination
100/100
ALLE
Release 2021-06-09
Submission 2021-06-11
Release 08:00
Submission 16:00
INSPERA -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"