Qualitative research methods (5cr)
Course unit code: BG00CR84
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
- Responsible person
- Arja Hemminki
- Tanja Hautala
Objective
Students understand the methodologies, principles and philosophy of qualitative research and know how to apply them to practice.
Content
Research designs in qualitative research, qualitative data and methods of analysis. Concepts, the theoretical framework and research ethics in qualitative research.
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students can describe the principles of qualitative research and name research ethical principles.
research and development activities. Student shows ability to use at least one qualitative research method.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to compare types of qualitative research and select methods that are ethically sound and suitable for the research objectives. Student shows ability to use and justify qualitative research methods.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to critically evaluate types of qualitative research and make use of various qualitative research methods in an ethically sound manner. Student is able to select methods that are suitable for selected purposes. Student shows ability to critically evaluate, use and justify qualitative research methods