Course - Qualitative Methodology 2 - PSYK4318
PSYK4318 - Qualitative Methodology 2
About
New from the academic year 2023/2024
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
The course builds on the basic understanding of qualitative research. The course goes in depth through the most common data collection methods (in-depth interview and focus group interview) and the most central analysis approaches used in qualitative research within psychology. The course further introduces the various criteria used to assess the quality of qualitative research work.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The student has acquired in-depth knowledge of the most common qualitative data collection methods and analysis approaches used in psychological research (i.e. Thematic analysis, Grounded theory, and interpretive phenomenological analysis and psychological discourse analysis). The student is knowledgeable of relevant software used in the analysis of qualitative data, including analysis of literature. The student is knowledgeable of the advantages and challenges associated with the combination of quantitative and qualitative analyzes (mixed-method design).
Skills:
- The student can independently collect and analyze unstructured qualitative data to shed light on research issues in connection to their main thesis, bachelor's thesis and in other contexts. Students can code data, develop themes and assess the quality of research where qualitative analysis approaches are used. Students can use software (e.g. NVivo) in the analysis of qualitative data.
General competence:
- The student has developed a critical perspective to assess the strengths and limitations of the research design, including the analyzes used. The student can, under supervision, carry out a qualitative research project, including data collection, analysis and presentation of the results in accordance with established practice (APA) and comply with ethical guidelines and current legislation that involves health research.
Learning methods and activities
Method of teaching: Lectures, seminars, and exercises.
Most lectures will be given in English.
Compulsory assignments
- Written group assignment
Further on evaluation
Previously approved mandatory assignments are approved for repeat of exam.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Clinical Psychology Programme (CPSYR)
Required previous knowledge
PSYK4120, PSYPRO4111, PSY1111, PSY1011 or equivalent.
Course materials
To be announced when semester starts.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSY2018 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSYPRO4318 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSY2118 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2023 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Psychology
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Psychology
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 D 2023-12-19 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL271 Sluppenvegen 14 2 SL311 grønn sone Sluppenvegen 14 67 SL238 Sluppenvegen 14 8 SL520 Sluppenvegen 14 1 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D 2024-05-29 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL110 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 13
- * 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"