Course - Qualitative Research Methods in Medicine and Health Sciences - MH3008
MH3008 - 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
Knowledge:
The student
• Is familiar with, and able to refer to theory of science fundamental for qualitative methods?
• can discuss strengths and weaknesses of different methods for data collection and analytical approaches
• has substantial knowledge on validity and reliability in qualitative studies
• is familiar with the history, traditions, and characteristics of qualitative methods
• inherits substantial knowledge on ethical guidelines for qualitative methods in health science research
Skills
The student is able to
• design a qualitative study under supervision
• carry out different qualitative methods for data collection
• analyze and present the results from a qualitative study
• consider and evaluate ethical issues for a qualitative study
General competency:
The student
• is familiar with terminology used in qualitative methods
• is able to use their knowledge and skills on new areas in order to carry out research with qualitative methods
• can communicate about qualitative methods with professionals and lay people
• can critically read journal articles using qualitative methods and make use of knowledge from articles with qualitative methods
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 of 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
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Clinical Nursing (MKLISP)
Intensive Care Nursing (VISP)
Master of Science in Specialised Nursing (MSPL)
Nurse Anaesthesia (VASP)
Operating Room Nursing (VOSP)
Paediatric Nursing (VBASP)
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 and MH3005
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MH3004 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2020 | |
| SMED8015 | 5.0 | AUTUMN 2022 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 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 *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination
100/100
ALLE
Release
2023-10-11Submission
2023-10-13
08:00
INSPERA
15:00 -
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"