Theory of Science and Scientific Methods in Child Studies 15 Credits
This course focuses on advanced knowledge and skills in theory of science, quantitative and qualitative research design within the field of child studies. After completing the course, you will have the skills to implement projects and development work where quantitative or qualitative methods are used. In addition, the student should be able to evaluate, analyze and summarize results from scientific literature and plan a systematic review.Course Contents
- Quantitative research and statistical methods
- Qualitative research methods
- Interviews and analysis
- Systematic reviews: protocols, evaluation tools
- Quality assessment of articles
- Planning a research design for the one-year master thesis
- Library search
Prerequisites
The applicant must hold the minimum of a bachelor’s degree (i.e. the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) within health and care sciences, behavioural science, social work, or educational sciences, including independent, theoretical based work - i.e. a thesis or equivalent. English proficiency is required. Exemption is granted from the requirement in Swedish.Level of Education: Master
Course code/Ladok code: LTSR28
The course is conducted at: School of Education and Communication
Previous and ongoing course occasions
Type of course
Single subject
Study type
Campus
Semester
Autumn
2019:
Oct 28
-
Jan 19
Rate of Study
100%
Language
English
Location
Jönköping
Time
Day
Number of places
1
Examiner
Mats Granlund
Course coordinator
Lilly Augustine
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
22500kr
Application code
HJ-12784
Type of course
Program
Study type
Campus
Semester
Autumn
2019:
Oct 28
-
Jan 19
Rate of Study
100%
Language
English
Location
Jönköping
Time
Day
Examiner
Mats Granlund
Course coordinator
Lilly Augustine
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students
22500kr
Application code
HJ-L9231