Theory of Science and Scientific Method 15 credits

This course focuses on advanced knowledge and skills in theory of science, quantitative and qualitative research design. After completing the course you will have the skills to implement projects and development work where quantitative or qualitative methods are used. The module including quantitative methods also provides advanced knowledge in statistical analyses. In addition, the student should be able to evaluate, analyse and summarise results from scientific literature.

Prerequisites

Bachelor’s degree (i.e., the equivalent of 180 credits) including a passed 15 credit undergraduate thesis within health and social sciences (or the equivalent).

Level of Education: Second cycle

Coursecode/Ladok code: HTSR23

The course is conducted at: School of Health and Welfare

Label Value
Type of course Programme instance course
Study type Online Distance Learning
Number of required meetings 0
Semester Autumn 2024: week 35 – week 3
Rate of study 50%
Language English
Location Web-based
Time Mixed-time
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students 32000 SEK
Syllabus PDF
Application code HJ-H4256