INTHE4016 – Qualitative Methodology
Course description
Course content
The course provides an introduction to the theoretical foundations for qualitative methods. It gives an understand of the relevance and usefulness, as well as strengths and limitations, of qualitative methods in health research. It provides knowledge about and practical skills for developing and conducting qualitative research projects.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
You will learn the theories of science including phenomenology and hermeneutics. You will learn the difference between research questions and methods, and the difference between quantitative and qualitative methods. You will learn about the strengths and limitations of different methodologies and data collection techniques. You will learn about ethics in qualitative methodology and core concepts such as reflexivity and validity.
Skills
You will be able to assess which methods are appropriate for various research question. You will learn to plan a qualitative study, and develop a methodological design, conduct interviews, observations, focus groups and text analysis. You will also learn how to critically review qualitative research articles.
General competence
You will attain familiarity with qualitative research and the process of developing, designing and implementing a qualitative study. You will attain the ability to reflect on ethical questions connected to qualitative research.
Admission
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.
If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.
This course is not available for single course students.
Overlapping courses
4 credits overlap with INTHE4004 – Research Methodology, part 1 (discontinued)
Teaching
This is a two-week course comprised of lectures, group work, hands-outs activities and assignments. Participation in at least 80 % of the teaching is required to be allowed to take the exam. Attendance will be registered.
Examination
Home examination
Grading
The Board at the University of Oslo has decided to introduce detailed guidelines for all examinations, which take place at the University. The description of the grading should be clear and transparent. This is done to ensure alignment between learning outcomes, assignments, and grading. The Faculty of Medicine has developed a web page with information regarding exams and the grading procedures (norwegian version).
Use of sources and citation
You should familiarize yourself with the rules that apply to the use of sources and citations. If you violate the rules, you may be suspected of cheating/attempted cheating.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Withdrawal from an examination
It is possible to take the exam up to 3 times. If you withdraw from the exam after the deadline or during the exam, this will be counted as an examination attempt.
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.