Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the selection and application of appropriate qualitative methods and the ways in which qualitative data can be collected
- Critically appraise the credibility and dependability of qualitative approaches within a research project
- Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a specified methodology in relation to a research question
- Apply and understand techniques used to analyse qualitative data analysis
- Demonstrate your research skills by formulating a research question appropriate for qualitative research
- Identify the ethical implications of specific qualitative research strategies
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Type | Hours |
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Seminar | 15 |
Independent Study | 220 |
Workshops | 15 |
Total study time | 250 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Silverman D (2019). Interpreting Qualitative Data. London: Sage.
Pope C, Mays N. (2020). Qualitative Research in Health Care. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing / BMJ books.
Mason, J (2018). Qualitative Researching. London: Sage Publications.
Dezin NK; Lincoln YS. (2005). Handbook of Qualitative Research. London: Sage.
Creswell J. (2013). Qualitative inquiry & research design: choosing among five approaches. London: Sage.
Barbour, RS (2014). Introducing qualitative research: a student's guide. London: Sage.
Ritchie J; Lewis J (2013). Qualitative Research Practice; a Guide for Social Science Students and Researchers. London: Sage.
Assessment
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Individual written plan
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: The plans will be reviewed by the tutor and generic feedback will be provided
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Short answer questions | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External