Knowledge

The student...

can explain what characterizes different quantitative and qualitative methods and the criteria for applying these methods
has gained knowledge about different qualitative methods, for example thematic analysis, Grounded Theory, and discourse analysis
has gained knowledge about different quantitative analysis methods, including t-test, correlation, and regression analysis
can demonstrate knowledge of present research ethics guidelines and commitments in psychological research, such as the The Personal Data Act, informed consent, and duty of report
is familiar with different methods for data collection, such as questionnaires, interviews, and observations, and can evaluate the advantages and limitations of these methods

Skills

The student...

is able to apply methodological knowledge to evaluate and discuss how the research question, theoretical framework, method for data collection, and choice of analysis influences the validity of a research study
can reflect on good research practice by discussing ethical considerations in quantitative and qualitative methods
is able to perform qualitative data analysis, and evaluate and interpret the results
is able to perform basic quantitative analyses, and evaluate and interpret the results

General competence

The student...

shows consideration for individuals and vulnerable groups in future research practice
is able to design and plan a psychological investigation using a suitable methodological approach
is able to communicate findings from both quantitative and qualitative analyses in written form

Subject description 7157

Qualitative and quantitative research methods