The course is included in these curricula and study modules
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
3
Total number of ECTS
5 cr
Competency aims
The aim of the course is for you to understand
methods for collecting
qualitative or quantitative data for different
types
of degree projects.
In addition, you will master the basics of
processing and interpreting the results
using your chosen methodology.
Learning outcomes
knowledge and understanding:
- be able to explain different quantitative and
qualitative research methods and explain
relevant
concepts of these methods
Skills and abilities:
- have the ability to plan a thesis
based on the elements of the research process
Judgement and approach:
- have the ability to discuss and evaluate
different
research methods
- be able to evaluate and argue for
different research ethical positions
- be able to apply a critical approach
in reviewing research reports
- have the ability to critically review and
evaluate
own and other students' project plans
Course contents
Quantitative and qualitative research methods
with a focus on the field of health care
Data collection methods
Analytical methods
Conclusions and discussion
Workshops
quizzes
Written assignments
Recommended or required reading
Learning materials are found on
the learning platform itslearning.
Study activities
- Lectures - 20 hours
- Small-group work - 60 hours
- Individual studies - 55 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 135 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment methods
- Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
- Essays, reports, productions and portfolio
Assessment requirements
Found on the learning platform itslearning.
Teacher
Eronen Lotta
Examiner
Eronen Lotta
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
12 months after course has ended
The timetable of the course
See learning platform Itslearning
Assessment methods
- Date of examination will be announced later - Exams
- Date will be announced later - Reports and productions