Qualitative Research Methods

POPH63121 Qualitative Research Methods 15 Semester 1 Postgraduate Taught Level 6 Veronique Griffith Unit coordinator 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 This unit is suited to anyone working in public health or related fields, or researchers who are interested in learning about qualitative research methods. Some students take this unit to better understand published research. Others who have previously only studied quantitative research methods take this unit to gain insight into different ways of thinking about research. For students who are planning a career or research using these methods, this unit is an excellent introduction.This unit is designed to introduce students to the theory behind qualitative research and popular qualitative research methods. On completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate qualitative research and undertake basic research.This is an interactive online course. Students are therefore expected to engage with one another on the discussion boards. This unit is suited to anyone working in public health or related fields, or researchers who are interested in learning about qualitative research methods. Some students take this unit to better understand published research. Others who have previously only studied quantitative research methods take this unit to gain insight into different ways of thinking about research. For students who are planning a career or research using these methods, this unit is an excellent introduction.This unit is designed to introduce students to the theory behind qualitative research and popular qualitative research methods. On completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate qualitative research and undertake basic research.This is an interactive online course.Students are therefore expected to engage with one another on the discussion boards To enable students to develop the skills to use qualitative methodology in public health and primary care research and related fields. On completion of this unit, successful students will be able to:<ul> <li> Understand the philosophical principles of undertaking qualitative research applied to health settings.</li> <li> Explain and critically discuss the principal qualitative methods that can be deployed to undertake research as a means of exploring a range of important public health and primary care issues.</li> <li> Compare and contrast the ways in which qualitative data may be collected and used in primary care and public health research.</li> <li> Identify, synthesise and conduct secondary analysis of qualitative data on topics relevant to primary care, public health or health services research.</li></ul> Analytical skills At master's level, we expect students to be able to apply what they know to other contexts, often their own. In this unit, students will have the opportunity to practically apply the material the unit covers through their assessment. Students will be able to develop their skills in qualitative data collection (e.g. interviews). Other Reflexivity - Given the subjective nature of qualitative data and methodology, there are so many ways in which researcher bias could influence the study. This can range from study design, to data collection, data analysis and even data interpretation and reporting. Consequently, this unit allows you to examine, judge and reflect on your own practices and explore the implications of your role in producing certain kinds of knowledge. <ul> <li>Introduction to qualitative research</li> <li>Ethics, consent and adequacy</li> <li>Sampling and recruitment</li> <li>Qualitative data collection <ul> <li>Part 1 - Interviews</li> <li>Part 2 - Focus groups</li> <li>Part 3 - Alternative methods</li> </ul> </li> <li>Qualitative data analysis <ul> <li>Part 1 - Different analysis approaches</li> <li>Part 2 - Narrative analysis</li> </ul> </li> <li>Qualitative research in a digital age</li> <li>Summary and consolidation </li></ul> This unit introduces students to the theoretical knowledge that underpins qualitative research and also introduces students to a number of well used qualitative methodologies. As well as online and web-based readings, students will also have the opportunity to undertake a practical exercise, which will contribute towards the assessment of this unit. This enables students to practically apply what they learn to real-life practice. All students will receive written feedback on their assignment. During the midterm break, students will be supported to undertake the practical task and prepare for the assignment.There will be regular interaction with the tutors through scheduled webinars (which will be recorded and made available) and through the online discussion boards. Students will be encouraged to use self-reflection to think about the ideas discussed, and take part in discussion board activities. Students should work through the unit in a logical sequence. The individual course unit timetables will guide what should be done and when. Participation in the discussion boards is greatly encouraged, and can help enhance your learning experience and prepare you for your assessment.In line with guidance from the Office for Students and Quality Assurance Agency, the programme will be augmented by the Programme Director Seminar Series to deliver study skills, written English, academic writing, research skills, critical thinking and understanding arguments, careers and employability skills, revision/assessment/examination skills including time management.  0 Other 100% Written assignment (including practical task). Students will be provided with personalised feedback for their summative assignment (2,500-3,000 words or equivalent) within 20 working days for final submission. 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Implementation Sci 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MPH: the evidence bsd app (PT) MPH - Environment & PH 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MPH: the evidence bsd app (PT) MPH Occ Health 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MPH: the evidence bsd app (PT) MPH Communicable Disease 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MPH: the evidence bsd app (PT) MPH Dental Public Health 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MPH: the evidence bsd app (PT) MPH Evidence Based Health 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MPH: the evidence bsd app (PT) MPH Health Sciences 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional Masters of Research (PT) MRes Public Health (24) PGDT Dissertation Optional Masters of Research (PT) MRes Primary Care (24) PGDT Taught Component Optional Masters of Research (PT) MRes DPH - 24 PGDT Taught Component Optional MSc Occupational Hygiene FT MSc Occupational Hygiene FT PGDT Taught Component Optional N Green J, Thorogood N, Qualitative Methods for Health Research, (3rd edition), 2014, SAGE Publications Ltd. ISBN 978-1-4462-5309-0. 0 0 150 Students who are planning to do a qualitative research dissertation are expected to have undertaken the qualitative research methods module. If you have any questions about the content of this unit, please contact the course unit lead. If you have any other queries, please contact the PGT programme administrators via email on <a href="mailto:SHS.programmes@manchester.ac.uk">SHS.programmes@manchester.ac.uk</a>.