The course is included in these curricula and study modules
Hagel 2001 - 2004 - Senior citizens in the society, specific topics
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Recommended year of study
3
Total number of ECTS
1 cr
Competency aims
The aim of the course is to introduce theoretical perspectives and concepts in research on health and social services in order to help students to understand the importance of scientific reasoning, to evaluate why/how various interventions and research methods are appropriately chosen and used, and to see examples of the application of the scientific research process.
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student is expected to be able to:
- formulate appropriate research questions in their own field of expertise
- understand the main differences in a qualitative and a quantitative research approach
- understand and apply the steps of a research process to their own thesis work
Course contents
The philosophy, theory and practice of research, paradigms and perspectives. The scope of research and the research process.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Introduction to scientific methods, scientific writing, information retrieval
Recommended or required reading
Kumar, R. 1999. Research Methodology. A step-by-step guide for beginners. London: SAGE publications. ISBN 0 7619 62131
Study activities
- Lectures - 24 hours
- Tuition managed by students but supervised by the teacher - 4 hours
- Individual studies - 12 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 40 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 12 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 28 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment methods
Exams
Examiner
Lejonqvist Gun-Britt
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
Until further notice
The timetable of the course
5.10.06 Written examination
Assessment methods
2006-10-05 - Exams