Methodology, Philosophy of Science and Research Ethics
The subject highlights central scientific theoretical positions, methodological perspectives, qualitative and quantitative methods and research ethics.
The course is accredited as part of the PhD program Health and Welfare.
- Campus
- Lillehammer and Elverum
- Duration
- One semester
- Structure
- Full time
- Credits
- 10
- Teaching language
- NO + ENG
- Startup
- October
- Application deadline
- Sep. 1, 2024
About the Programme
The subject illuminates central scientific theoretical positions, various methodological perspectives and ethical considerations in research. Furthermore, we go through various qualitative and quantitative methods, and how the methods can be combined (mixed methods). The subject is important for choosing, justifying and considering the scientific theoretical position, methodological point of view, research method/s and research ethics in your own PhD project.
The course takes place in both Elverum and Lillehammer, and participation and attendance are compulsory. Teaching will usually take place in Norwegian, and if necessary in English.
Teaching plan 2024:
Week 41: October 7 - 11
Week 42: October 14 - 18
Submission deadline: November 18, 2024
Application deadline and admission
Admission requirements:
Applicants must have a MA-degree (120 ECTS), or being registered as a PhD-student.
The course has limited intake capasity, and priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included, or for employees at higher education institutes.
PhD candidates at HINN do not need to upload documentation of education.
Application deadline: September 1, 2024
How much does it cost?
Tuition fee (not applicable for PhD candidates or employees at HINN):
For other participants mentioned above the tuition fee is NOK 3000,-
Curricula and courses
The course is part of the Ph.D. program in Health and Welfare and can be taken independently of the Ph.D. program. In the curriculum, you will find more information on learning objectives and the assessment method.
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Contact us
For further questions, please contact hsv-phdadm@inn.no
