Qualitative research within health science
Doctoral School in Medicine, Biomedical Science and Technology at Aalborg University
Welcome to Qualitative research within health science
Description:
The use of qualitative research and data within the health sciences has been increasing over the last 20 years. Either as the main source of data, or as part of a mixed methods design where qualitative and quantitative studies supplement each other. This course will provide participants´ with basis competences in designing a qualitative study and experiences on benefits and limitations when using qualitative methods within the health sciences. The specific focus will be on designing the study, choosing appropriate methods, collecting data and finally analysing the data.
The course will be a three-and-a-half-day course, and the main topics will include:
- What characterises qualitative research and why should you choose a qualitative approach
- Introduction to different qualitative methods and their possibilities and limitations when used within the health sciences
- Introduktion to analytical strategies
- How to work with and analyse ethical implications in qualitative research
For additional information, updates, and registration, please refer to AAU PhD Moodle via the link provided on the right side of this page.