SINM12003U Research Design, International Health

Volume 2013/2014
Education
Master of International Health - compulsory
Content
The module consists of a number of short workshops where the different phases of proposal writing is covered: drafting and presentation of objectives, choice and drafting of research methods, data collections methods (quantitative and qualitative research methods, literature search and ethical aspects.
Learning Outcome

At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

• Identify and formulate a relevant and realistic research question within international health
• Identify and formulate relevant objectives (main and specific)
• Choose appropriate study methods (qualitative/​quantitative/​literature review)
• Search relevant scientific literature
• Discuss limitations and ethical issues related to the proposed study
• Write a consistent and clear synopsis as a preparation for a Master's Thesis
• Give short presentations on a proposed study, highlighting objectives, methods, ethical issues, limitations, etc.

 

This course consists of daily 5-hour seminars (lectures and workshop sessions) and individual preparation and study time. All lectures and workshop sessions are moderated by faculty staff members. Students are expected to contribute actively to classes through own presentations and feedback to colleagues.
  • Category
  • Hours
  • Exam
  • 56
  • Lectures
  • 18
  • Practical exercises
  • 2
  • Preparation
  • 51
  • Theory exercises
  • 11
  • Total
  • 138
Credit
5 ECTS
Type of assessment
Written assignment
Written synopsis (max 2500 words excl. annexes) worked out during the course
Aid
All aids allowed
Marking scale
passed/not passed
Censorship form
No external censorship
More than one internal examiner
Exam period
Week 5, 2014
Criteria for exam assesment
To achieve the maximum grade of 12, the student shall be able to:

• Identify and formulate a relevant and realistic research question within international health
• Identify and formulate relevant objectives (main and specific)
• Choose appropriate study methods (qualitative/​quantitative/​literature review)
• Search relevant scientific literature
• Discuss limitations and ethical issues related to the proposed study
• Write a consistent and clear synopsis as a preparation for a Master's Thesis
• Give short presentations on a proposed study, highlighting objectives, methods, ethical issues, limitations, etc.