•   Research Methodology and Care Theory VÅV22UV01-3005 19.05.2025-21.12.2025  7 credits  (USS23F-V) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    Student:
    - knows basic knowledge and science theory
    - can search for evidence-based knowledge and scientific articles
    - can reproduce the research process, and apply the different phases of the research process
    - understands and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and knowledge interests
    - know different research methods and how they are used
    - has knowledge of different care theories and care models, as well as their areas of application
    - can use the most common methods for qualitative and quantitative data collection and data analysis in healthcare research
    - can perform selected statistical calculations and tests
    - is prepared to carry out a degree project at the bachelor's level (YH) under supervision and gradually more and more independently
    Prerequisites
    VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
    VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse
    Content of the study unit
    Research methodology, research process and care theory
    Qualitative methods
    Quantitative methods
    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)
    Written exam: points < 50%
    Written assignment: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.

    Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.
    Quantitative methods: the student does not understand and cannot apply statistical concepts and cannot perform an adequate statistical analysis.
    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam
    The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

    Assessment criteria for written work
    The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

    The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam
    The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

    Assessment criteria for written work
    The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)
    Criteria for evaluation of the exam
    The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

    Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
    The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

    The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Ann-Louise Glasberg

    Learning material

    Maria Henricson (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Studentlitteratur, Lund.
    Other literature see Moodle.

    Quantitative methods: following literature is recommended Holme, I.M. & Solvang, B.K. (1992). Forskningsmetodik. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa metoder. Lund: Studentlitteratur. Widjeskog, Ö. 1995 (eller nyare upplaga). Statistik. En introduktion. Åbo: W-statistik, as well as other literature suggested by the examiner.

    Learning methods

    Lectures
    Self-studies
    Assignments
    Qualitative methods: lectures, self-studies, individual interview, and group assignments
    Quantitative methods: lectures, exercises in computer class, as well as written presentation

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    Nursing theories and quantitative methods: based on the written assignments, the student's ability to understand and apply a theoretical approach in health care and selected qualitative research methods.
    Quantitative methods: based on the written assignment, the student's ability to understand and apply fundamental statistical concepts, and to perform a statistical analysis, is evaluated.

    Teaching language

    Swedish

    Timing

    19.05.2025 - 21.12.2025

    Enrollment date range

    02.12.2024 - 18.05.2025

    Group(s)
    • USS23F-V
    Seats

    10 - 45

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Ann-Louise Glasberg, Ralf Lillbacka

    Additional information

    Kursen är kopplad till skrivande av examensarbete, samt förutsätter att man har en idé/plan för sitt examensarbete och inleder skrivandet av examensarbetet.



    Obligatorisk närvaro vid introduktion av kursen, seminarier och presentationer av examinationsuppgifter. (not translated)

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Nursing, Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing, Degree Programme in Midwifery

    RDI share

    2.00 credits

    Share of online studies

    4.00 credits

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Validation according to Novia instructions.

    Practical training and working life co-operation

    Topics for thesis.

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    See Peppi and Moodle.

    Reflection report thesis
    Scientific articles assignment
    Moodle-test in information search
    Written exam
    Assignment in qualitative methods
    Assignment in quantitative methods
    Assignment in nursing theories

    Quantitative methods: the written assignment must be submitted within a month after the end of this part of the course.

    Timing and attendance

    Novia Vasa, Alere.
    According to schedule in Peppi.

    Student's schedule and workload

    27 h/cr = 189 h

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    Written exam: points < 50%
    Written assignment: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.

    Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.
    Quantitative methods: the student does not understand and cannot apply statistical concepts and cannot perform an adequate statistical analysis.

    Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

    Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%
    Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.

    Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.
    Quantitative methods: notable weaknesses are found in the student's understanding and application of statistical concepts, or the statistical analysis is not adequately performed.

    Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

    Written exam: The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views, points 70%-89%.
    Written assignment:The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.

    Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.
    Quantitative methods: the student predominantly demonstrates a good understanding of and can apply statistical concepts, and only minor errors are found in the statistical analysis.

    Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

    Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%
    Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance.

    Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she/he has mastered the substance.
    Quantitative methods: the student demonstrates a complete understanding of statistical concepts and makes only insignificant errors when applying them, and performs a statistical analysis without errors.