SYKP2000B Theory of Science and Research Methods Course description

One internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.

Passed the course SYKP/SYKP1060 Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) in Health Care.

Arvind Keprate

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge

The student is capable of

• explaining the stages of the research process
• describing the connection between the theory of science and research methods
• forstår tolkningen av og bakgrunnen for sentrale effektestimater og spredningsmål brukt i vitenskapelige studier

Skills

The student is capable of

• describing methods for the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
• reflecting on the concept of quality in qualitative versus quantitative methods such as validity, reliability, soundness and trustworthiness
• describing differences between the humanistic and natural sciences research traditions

Competence

The student is capable of

• reflecting on how research results are influenced by choices of method and interpretation during the research process
• assessing research ethical aspects

The course builds on MAPE1300 Mechanics.

None.

Home examination in groups.

• Gorups until 7 students
• The exam period extends throughout the course
• Scope of 1,500 words (+/- 10%).

Resit exam: A student who fails the ordinary exam, may nevertheless submit a reworked version as a resit.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are complied with.

Pass/fail.

Two examiners assess the examination papers. At least 10% of the examination papers will be assessed by an external examiner. The external examiner’s assessment shall benefit all students.

SYKK2000 and SYKP2000 overlap 100 %.