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MAVIT4050 Theory of Science and Research Methods Course description
- Course name in Norwegian
- Vitenskapsteori og forskningsmetode
- Study programme
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Interdisciplinary Advanced Programme in Mental Health and Addiction - Full TimeSuplementary Education in Cardiological NursingMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Physiotherapy for Children and AdolescentsMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Physiotherapy for the older adultMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Empowerment and Health PromotionMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Nutrition Competencies for Health ProfessionalsMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Nutrition Competencies for Health ProfessionalsMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Rehabilitation and HabilitationMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Public Health NursingMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Nursing; Clinical Research and Professional DevelopmentMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Cancer NursingMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Physiotherapy for Musculoskeletal HealthMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Psychomotor PhysiotherapyMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Public Health NutritionMaster’s Programme in Health Sciences – Interdisciplinary Specialisation in Mental Health and Addiction, part-timeMaster's Programme in Health SciencesMaster's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Occupational TherapyInterdisciplinary Advanced Programme in Mental Health and Addiction - Part Time
- Weight
- 10.0 ECTS
- Year of study
- 2025/2026
- Curriculum
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FALL 2025
- Schedule
- Programme description
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- Course history
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Introduction
The work and teaching methods used in the course are characterised by lectures and dialogue and discussions, to which the students bring their own different practical experience and academic backgrounds. See the general programme description for further details.
Recommended preliminary courses
- Review the digital learning resources pertaining to the course Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) in Health Science. https://oslomet.instructure.com/courses/8236.
Required preliminary courses
The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:
- One group-work assignment to prepare a presentation about prescribed reading(s) of 5-10 minutes (the mode may vary - e.g. a podcast, seminar presentation, an equivalent written text of 700-1000 words).
- 80 % attendance requirement (see the programme description for more information).
The purpose of the coursework requirement 1 is to contribute to students’ academic formation in the analysis of published academic work and presentation of results. Requirement 3 is designed to ensure high levels of participation in the coursework and program, to support students’ academic formation.
Learning outcomes
The assessment consists of an individual six-hour written examination with invigilation.
Resit/rescheduled exam:
The resit/rescheduled exam is organised in the same way as the ordinary exam.
Teaching and learning methods
Bilingual dictionary (book, not digital)
Course requirements
A grade scale with A being the highest grade and E the poorest pass grade is used. The grade F means that the student has failed the exam.
Assessment
All submitted papers will be assessed by one internal and one external examiner.
Permitted exam materials and equipment
The academic content of this course is centred on the concept of knowledge production, with particular reference to the Global South. It consists of some ‘philosophy of science’ covering core paradigms about knowledge production and how we can know about the world. This is extended to consideration of Global South / North dynamics in the production and dissemination of knowledge, including in formal education, and their relationship to models of and approaches to (sustainable) development. Decolonial challenges to European universalism are addressed, including questions of the use and place of languages in education and knowledge production, differential economic and political power, and associated histories of development.
Grading scale
Grade scale A-F.
Examiners
Two examiners control the exam questions and answers.An external examiner is used regularly, at a minimum of every third completion of the course. When selecting answers for external evaluation, a minimum of 10 percent of the answers shall be included, with no fewer than 5 answers. The external examiner’s assessment of the selected answers shall benefit all students.
Overlapping courses
The course overlaps 100% with MAABI4050, MASYK4050, MASYD4050, MAPO4050, MAPSD4050, ABIO6050, KREFT6050, KREFT6200, KARD6050, PSY6050, VPSYD6050, PSYD6050, HEL6050, and BIT6000.
10 ECTS overlap with MASY4050.