Research Methodologies

Recommended Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Teaching Methods

The teaching methodologies may vary from one module to another, but in every module theoretical and practical issues will be addressed. Evaluation will be performed in a final exam, with questions on the lectured modules. 

Learning Outcomes

This course has as main objective the discussion of paradigms and methodologies that support scientific research in health. On completion of this course students must meet a set of research methodologies and be able to analyze their potentialities and limitations, as well as respond to the objectives proposed for the research develop.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

Giving an identical emphasis to qualitative and quantitative approaches, the main focus is on the development of the competencies needed to develop appropriate and consistent research plans. The topics addressed in the various modules will stem from the expressed and detected needs of each year's students. The following topics are addressed: (1) The research process: assumptions and stages; (2) Literature review and bibliographic databases; (3) Primary and secondary sources of data; (4) Data collection: methods and procedures – observation, interview and questionnaire; (5) Data analysis: qualitative and quantitative techniques; (6) Design of a research proposal: key components and assessment criteria.

Head Lecturer(s)

Víctor Manuel dos Reis Raposo

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Exam: 100.0%

Bibliography

Para cada módulo é indicada bibliografia específica/Each module is supported by specific references.