Kvantitativa och kvalitativa metoder

The course deals with the methodological application of different scientific traditions, their epistemological foundations as well as such ethical issues that are of particular importance to the health sciences. Most of the course is devoted to quantitative methods, but it also deals with such qualitative approaches that are common in health research as well as how different methodological traditions can complement each other. The pedagogy aims to promote the scientific and practical competencies, which are necessary for the independent planning and implementation of quantitative and qualitative research. The course also focuses specifically on ethical and sustainability aspects of research, such as how research to higher degree can elucidate the living conditions of marginalized groups and what role science can play for a sustainable societal development.