HAR6531: Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
This online module is led by Richard Cooper. It runs in the Spring semester and is worth 15 credits.
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Module description
On completing the module students will be expected to be able to:
- Understand qualitative research approaches, methods and forms of analysis which are relevant to health services research and technology assessment
- Be able to plan and undertake a simple analysis of student-generated qualitative data
- Critically appraise the methods and results of qualitative research in health services research
Objectives
By the end of the module, a successful candidate will be able to demonstrate
- a systematic understanding of the most widely-used approaches to qualitative data collections
- a systematic understanding and critical awareness of key issues around validity, reliability and sampling in qualitative research
- a systematic understanding and critical awareness of ethical issues and reflexivity as applied to qualitative research
- a systematic understanding and critical awareness of how qualitative research is written up in practice
Teaching methods
This module can also be taken as part of the following courses:
This module is available as a DDP module
The module is taught using the following methods:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Problem-solving/example classes/group exercises
- Fieldwork
Fees and funding
You can find out more about fees and funding for CPD modules in the School of Medicine and Population Health at the link below. We accept sponsored as well as self-funding students.
How to apply
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Contact
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International scholarships
We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.
Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.