The main objective of the course is to give a deepened and scientific knowledge of how a systemic perspective can be applied on different approaches of qualitative research, and how systemic approach is of importance when developing practice-based research.
- Undervisningsspråk
- Engelsk
- Studiepoeng
- 5
- Studielengde
- Ett semester
- Støttes av lånekassen
- Nei
- Oppstart
- Vår
- Opptakskrav og poeng
- Se kravene
The course assumes that the candidates already have knowledge in various forms of qualitative research designs. The course starts with reflecting on a systemic perspective on research, mainly in the field of family therapy. Thereafter some specific methods will be presented more thoroughly. The course will also discuss how qualitative and quantitative method can be used in Mixed-methods research.
In addition, the PhD course will discuss aspects of philosophy of science, methodological issues and ethical aspects of qualitative research from a systemic perspective.
Admission requirements
The course is open to
- PhD students who are enrolled in one of VID’s PhD programmes. PhD students at VID must register for the course in Studentweb.
- PhD students from other institutions. PhD students from other institutions must apply by email to SDP PHD-support: SDP-PHD-support@vid.no
- PhD students from other institutions must submit written documentation of their enrollment together with the application. External applicants will receive notification about whether they are admitted to the course within one week from the applicaiton deadline.
- Members of academic staff with an ongoing research project on PhD level with the goal of qualifying for senior lectureship.
If you have questions about admission to the course, please contact SDP-PHD-support@vid.no.
Sessions
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Interviews
- Group discussions
This course uses Canvas as the platform for information and lectures.
Compulsory activities
Pre-course reading:
It is recommended that participants are familiar with relevant literature before the course starts.
Pre-course paper:
There is no pre-course paper submission.
Assessment
Submission of essay. The word limit of the essay is 2000 ±10% words
Deadline for submission of written paper: TBA, in Inspera Assessment
You will find more information about Inspera Assessment in the course pages at Canvas.
Both a satisfactory course attendance (minimum 80%), completed peer-interviews and an approved paper are necessary to obtain the 5 ECTS.