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1	Outline  characteristics of qualitative research in health
2	Demonstrate the capacity to make informed ethical decisions about the conduct of qualitative research
3	Recognise and describe the major theoretical perspectives and principles which inform qualitative research
4	Identify the major research methods used in qualitative research, and critique the advantages and disadvantages of each
5	Demonstrate skills in the practical dimensions of qualitative research, including designing a research activity, conducting interviews and observations, analysing and reporting on qualitative data
6	Analyse key concepts, issues, and dilemmas associated with qualitative research.
7	Review and critique qualitative research studies
8	Use terminology for the field of qualitative research correctly and contextually with appropriate referencing
9	Demonstrate ability to work and communicate effectively with others regarding qualitative research

Liamputtong, P. (2019) Qualitative research methods, 5th edn. Oxford University Press: Melbourne.
OR
Rossman Gretchen B. (2017) Introduction to Qualitative Research: Learning in the Field. Sage Publications: Thousand Oaks, California. 

Other essential readings will be available in electronic format through Canvas.

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This course focuses on the research methodologies and methods used to collect, manage, analyse and report on qualitative data.
Lectures, readings, activities and on-line discussion groups will develop your knowledge of qualitative research. You will also undertake practical work to help you understand the theory and principles underlying qualitative research, and how to conduct qualitative research (including data collection and analysis). You will explore specific issues and dilemmas associated with using qualitative research. You will also develop a portfolio of various resources designed to broaden understanding of the topic and any relevant technology. Lectures, readings and on-line activities will be supported by group work and opportunities to provide feedback on other students’ work.

There are two ways to enroll in this course, reflecting the mode of delivery;
1) Blended mode (Including online lectures, readings and activities, supported by a weekly face-to-face workshop) 
2) Entirely Online mode.

If you are enrolled in the online mode for this course, specific activities designed to support your online learning will be clearly labelled in each module, within MyUni.

If you are enrolled in the blended version of this course, you should view all on-line lectures and readings in MyUni before attending the weekly face-to-face workshop.

In general, about 4-5 hours of independent study will be required each week, in addition to class time. This includes viewing  lectures, reading set papers and materials, and undertaking activities The work on assignments will be greater as the due date  approaches. Therefore, some allowance will be made in class time for students to complete aspects of some assignments.

The course will cover the following content:

What is qualitative research?

Why and how do we do qualitative research?

Theoretical approaches and principles

Sampling, observation, interviews, focus groups, analysing texts, coding, thematic analysis, presenting findings Research with  Vulnerable Populations

Cross-cultural & Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples research

Using mixed methods Rigour and Validity, Critical Appraisal

Ethics in Qualitative Research

Students should have access to a reliable network connection.

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Assignment 1	Summative	15%	1-3, 6, 8
Group Assignment 2	Summative	20%	1-9
Assignment 3	Summative	35%	1, 5, 6, 8
Assignment 4	Summative	20%	1-8
Participation mark	Summative	10%	1-8

Assignment 1 (15%): Introductory theory and ethics. (1,000 words)
Each student will be assigned a qualitative research paper and asked to identify and comment on the theoretical perspective and key ethical issues apparent in the paper.

Group Assignment 2 (20%): Coding and analysis (presentation)
Students will work in groups of two or three to code and thematically analyse provided transcripts.  Students will present their findings in a 10 minute presentation to the rest of the
class. 

Assignment 3 (35%): Analysis and discussion. (2,000 words)
This assignment builds on the previous assignment.  Using assignment 2 as a basis, students will work individually to conduct further analysis, integrate theory into their analyses, and discuss their findings. 

Assignment 4 (20%): Critical Appraisal Quiz
A series of short answer or multiple choice questions will assess student understanding and application of content related to rigour and critical appraisal of qualitative research.

Participation (10%)
Each student will receive a mark for their participation and engagement in practicals or online learning activities (for solely online students) throughout the semester.

Extensions
All extensions for assignments must be requested, at the latest, by the last working day before the due date of submission.   Extensions will generally be granted only on medical or genuine compassionate grounds.  Supporting documentation must be  provided at the time a student requests an extension.  Without documentation, extensions will not be granted.  Late requests for  extension will neither be accepted nor acknowledged.

Only the Course Co-ordinator(s) may grant extensions.

Supporting documentation will be required when requesting an extension. Examples of documents that are acceptable include: a  medical certificate that specifies dates of incapacity, a police report (in the case of lost computers, car & household theft etc.), a  letter from a Student Counsellor, Education and Welfare Officer (EWO) or Disability Liaison Officer that provides an assessment of  compassionate circumstances, or a letter from an independent external counsellor or appropriate professional able to verify the  student’s situation.  The length of any extension granted will take into account the period and severity of any incapacity or impact  on the student.  Extensions of more than 10 days will not be granted except in exceptional circumstances.

Late submission
Marks will be deducted when assignments for which no extension has been granted are handed in late.

All assignments, including those handed in late, will be assessed on their merits.  In the case of late assignments where no  extension has been granted, 5 percentage points of the total marks possible per day will be deducted.  If an assignment that is 2  days late is awarded 65% on its merits, the mark will then be reduced by 10% (5% per day for 2 days) to 55%.  If that same  assignment is 4 days late, the mark will be reduced by 20% (5% per day for 4 days) to 45%, and so on.
 
The School of Public Health reserves the right to refuse to accept an assignment that is more than 7 days late.

Assignments submitted after the due date may not be graded in time to be returned on the listed return dates.

Students submitting examinable written work who request (and receive) an extension that takes them beyond the examination  period are advised that there is no guarantee that their grades will be processed in time to meet usual University deadlines.
 
Resubmission
If a student is dissatisfied with an assessment grade they should follow the Student Grievance Resolution Process  </student/grievance/process/>.  Students who are not satisfied with a particular assessment result should raise their concerns with Course Co-ordinator(s) in the first instance.  This must be done within 10 business days of the  date of notification of the result.  Resubmission of any assignment is subject to the agreement of the Course Co-ordinator(s) and  will only be permitted for the most compelling of reasons.