Health Research Methods (3 credits)

MQF7001: Health Research Methods (3 credits)

Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. Describe a range of quantitative and qualitative research designs used in health research
2. Formulate appropriate research objectives & questions.
3. Conceptualize the step process in planning a health research
4. Design a research project on health research ethics

Synopsis:
The course is intended to expose students to the various approaches of heath research methods. Selected quantitative and qualitative studies will be introduced to enable the students to have a deeper understanding of research paradigms, designs and methodologies as well ethical issues across various study designs. In addition, this course is designed to provide knowledge and skills to students regarding the scientific process of health research including identifying a problem, articulating research questions, selecting appropriate research methods, and writing a health research ethics proposal.

Assessment Weightage:
Continuous Assessment: 100%
Final Examination: -