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: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- evaluate validity and reliability in qualitative studies
Learning methods and activities
Intensive lectures. Lectures, seminars, exercise-assignments, group work.
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 3 days. 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
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 | AUTUMN 2018 | |
| HLS3004 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2018 | |
| PH3001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2018 | |
| MDV6282 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2018 | |
| SMED8015 | 5.0 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| MH3008 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2020 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2022
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2023
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund , Gjøvik , Trondheim
- Health Science
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Public Health and Nursing
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Home examination 100/100 ALLE INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Home examination 100/100 ALLE INSPERA
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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"