
Principles of Qualitative Research (Health CPD)
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
The aim of the Principles of Qualitative Research module is to provide fundamental knowledge and skills in the principles and practice of qualitative research methods applied to health and care, enabling learners to formulate appropriate qualitative research questions and design and conduct coherent and robust qualitative research. Learners will utilise their enhanced insight into qualitative research methods and practice to inform a critical approach to the evaluation of their own position within the research process and to qualitative research conducted and reported by others. This multiprofessional online module is suitable for those working in clinical and wider health and care environments, who wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of qualitative research methods and how these can be applied to address research questions within health and care practice.
It can be taken as a standalone Continuing Professional Development module or as part of a master’s-level programme of study. 04/01/27, 18/01/27, 01/02/27, 15/02/27, 01/03/27, 15/03/27
Key highlights
- Covers principles and practice of qualitative research in health and care
- Learn to formulate qualitative research questions and design robust studies
- Develops critical evaluation of published qualitative research and own positionality
- Multiprofessional module delivered fully online
- Take standalone as CPD or within a master's-level programme
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent - check course page for specific requirements
Careers this course leads to
- Clinical researcher
- Health services researcher
- Research nurse
- Allied health professional with research responsibilities
- Clinical academic
- Healthcare research coordinator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,245
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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