Course - Introduction to research - MH3005
MH3005 - Introduction to research
About
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 3 hours | D |
Course content
The course introduces qualitative and quantitative research methods and reviews that provide students with a basis to read and evaluate research and professional literature within medicine and health science.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
After completing the course the student:
- has knowledge on basic characteristics and methodological concepts within qualitative and quantitative research
- has knowledge on basic methods for data collection in qualitative and quantitative studies, including their strengths and weaknesses
- has basic knowledge of criteria for evaluating data quality, such as reliability and validity
- knows how results from qualitative and quantitative studies can be presented and interpreted
- knows the principles for systematic reviews
- has knowledge of ethical guidelines, privacy protection, and approvals in health-related studies
Skills:
After completing the course the student:
- can conduct literature searches
- can evaluate which research design is suitable for different research questions within medicine and health science
- can describe the research methods that are used in qualitative and quantitative studies
General competence:
After completing the course the student:
- can summarize and evaluate methods and results from research and professional literature within medicine and health science
- can assess appropriateness of qualitative and quantitative research methods approaches in medicine and health science
- can describe the purpose, requirements and content in research protocols
Learning methods and activities
The learning activities consist of lectures with student interaction and group work with other students from own study program. One of the group works is compulsory. The lectures are concentrated to the start of the semester, meaning that there is better time for other study activities after this. The reason is that many students taking this subject proceed to other methods subjects later in the semester. Therefore, they need to have the teaching in this subject first. Students who do not have previous knowledge in research methods must expect a steep learning curve in the beginning.
Compulsory assignments
- Mandatory group work
Further on evaluation
The compulsory assignment is a group task. If a student is to re-sit the exam, the approval of the mandatory assignments is valid for one year (two semesters).
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Ageing and Elderly's Health (SPVIDAEHS)
Clinical Nursing (MKLISP)
MH - Subjects on scientific methods at master's level (MHMETODE-H)
Mental Health (MPHLS)
Public Health (MFHLS)
Required previous knowledge
Admission to a master's programme, or Postgraduate Education at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, NTNU, or upon individual application.
Course materials
Announced at the start of the semester
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MH3000 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| SYT6100 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2020 | |
| MDV6430 | 2.0 | AUTUMN 2024 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund , Gjøvik , Trondheim
- Health Science
- Medicine
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Public Health and Nursing
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 D 2024-10-23 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL311 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 11 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D 2025-04-04 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL311 lyseblå sone Sluppenvegen 14 83 M433-Eksamensrom 4.etg Mustad, Inngang A 1 C218 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 1
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"