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Overview
About this course
This Qualitative Health Research Methods course from University of Oxford will suit novices to qualitative research and those who have some experience, but want to hone their skills. It is designed to suit busy professionals and full-time students alike.
The flexible structure of the course has been devised to fit with the structure of specialist training and to accommodate student choice. Through face-to-face and online sessions, students will develop excellence in the design, conduct and critical appraisal of qualitative research.
www.conted.ox.ac.uk/pg-cert-qualitative-health-research-methods
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- independently develop, design and conduct primary qualitative research, confidently adopting a flexible approach as per the philosophical underpinnings of this mode of naturalistic inquiry;
- critically reflect on their role (and the role of the research team) in the research process, appreciating the consequences this has on the research they conduct, whilst endeavouring to mitigate its impact;
- critically engage with all aspects of qualitative research, including various methodological approaches and quality appraisal; and
- critically engage with theory and wider debate in qualitative research (including on elements associated with rigour, such as critical appraisal).
Programme Structure
The Postgraduate Certificate in Qualitative Health Research Methods is a part-time course. The course comprises three modules:
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Advanced Qualitative Research Methods; and
- Mixed Methods in Health Research.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 110
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Public Health Educational Research Health Sciences View 299 other Masters in Educational Research in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 110
Other requirements
General requirements
As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the equivalent of the following UK qualifications:
- a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours. A social science degree is recommended but any subject will be considered.
- Successful completion of a professional training course or professional work experience in the health service or a health-related field may also be considered.
- For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA normally sought is 3.6 out of 4.0.
- If your degree is not from the UK or another country specified above, visit our International Qualifications page for guidance on the qualifications and grades that would usually be considered to meet the University’s minimum entry requirements.
Tuition Fee
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International
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National
7125 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7125 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Oxford
939 - 1530 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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