Qualitative Research Methods - Short Course
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-22 | - |
| 2024-06-03 | - |
Program Overview
This short course in Qualitative Research Methods provides a comprehensive understanding of qualitative methods, analysis, and interpretation for healthcare research. Through practical sessions and research tasks, learners develop critical thinking and writing skills essential for health and medical research, gaining proficiency in designing and carrying out qualitative studies.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This short course will equip you with a wealth of qualitative research methods using experience, practical sessions and research tasks and the writing skills which are essential for health and medical research.
Objectives:
On completion you should be able to:
- To demonstrate an understanding of a variety of approaches to qualitative analysis and to be able to analyse and interpret qualitative data, the advantages and disadvantages of each, and the role of theory in qualitative research.
- To develop skills to devise, and design and carry out a qualitative study.
Assessment:
- 2 assessments (2500 words each):
- a) critical appraisal of a qualitative paper.
- b) data interpretation exercise.
Teaching:
- Through a series of workshops and practical sessions, you will be introduced to a variety of qualitative research methods and analysis, which have been developed and used within health and medical research.
- You will be encouraged to learn through experience, through practical sessions, and in research tasks completed in directed study time.
- You will also be trained in research writing as appropriate for different methodologies and traditions.
Other:
- Attendance Required: 1 block week of teaching.
- Prerequisites:
- Qualitative Research Methods can be taken as a standalone course.
- It can be taken as assessed or non assessed.
- All applications must be received a minimum of one month before the start date of the course.
- Degree level needed.
- Home - £1,130
- International - £2,960
University of Birmingham Summary
Overview:
The University of Birmingham is a leading global university with a strong focus on research and innovation. It is committed to developing solutions for a thriving planet and improving the health of people around the world.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Birmingham offers a welcoming environment for students, with opportunities to settle in, make new friends, discover the city of Birmingham, and prepare for their studies. The university also has a vision for its campus development in the next 20 years, aiming to enhance and refine the global campuses.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Global Impact:
The university's research is focused on addressing major global issues, such as climate change and global health.Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
The university encourages collaboration across disciplines to drive innovation and find solutions to complex problems.Pioneering Breakthroughs:
The university is known for its pioneering research and breakthroughs in various fields.Academic Programs:
Other:
The university has five research challenge themes that guide its focus and draw on its vast expertise and resources. These themes showcase the university's pioneering breakthroughs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and significant global impact.
Entry Requirements:
- Qualitative Research Methods can be taken as a standalone course.
- It can be taken as assessed or non-assessed.
- All applications must be received a minimum of one month before the start date of the course.
- Degree level needed
