Research Methods for Public Health and Health Promotion

(20 credits at L7)

This module develops the theoretical and practical skills that underpin research. It draws on epistemological and methodological foundations of research, as well as providing practical guidance in textual and numerical data analysis.

On successful completion of the module, you will be able to:

• Understand key philosophical perspectives relevant to research in public health and health promotion,
• Critically evaluate research methodologies and methods, understanding their relevance for public health and health promotion,
• Critically analyse textual data of relevance to public health and health promotion, and;
• Critically analyse numerical data of relevance to public health and health promotion.