Course

Theory of Science, Research Methods and Research Ethics (MJO140)

The course will cover the theory of science, research methods, and research ethics. It will be linked to evidence-based practice and highlight the connections between various scientific theoretical perspectives significant for midwifery research and development work within the midwifery competence areas in both national and global contexts.


Dette er emnebeskrivelsen for studieåret 2025-2026

Fakta

Emnekode

MJO140

Vekting (stp)

10

Semester undervisningsstart

Spring

Undervisningsspråk

Norwegian

Antall semestre

1

Vurderingssemester

Spring

Content

The focus will be on the research process, including formulating research questions, hypotheses/research questions, theoretical perspectives, methodological considerations, data collection, and research ethics evaluations. The subject contributes to the development of knowledge about research ethics considerations, the design of research, and the planning of one’s research. In the seminars, students analyse and critically evaluate research-based knowledge.

Forkunnskapskrav

Ingen

Exam

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Individual home exam 1/1 5 Days Letter grades All


Vilkår for å gå opp til eksamen/vurdering

75% attendance in class

Åpent for

Midwifery - Master's Degree Programme
The course description is retrieved from FS (Felles studentsystem). Version 2