HLTH470-26S2 (C) Semester Two 2026

Qualitative Research Methods for Health

15 points

Details:
Start Date: Monday, 13 July 2026
End Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026
Withdrawal Dates
Last Day to withdraw from this course:
  • Without financial penalty (full fee refund): Sunday, 26 July 2026
  • Without academic penalty (including no fee refund): Sunday, 27 September 2026

Description

Students gain an in-depth understanding of qualitative research through a focus on the philosophical underpinnings of qualitative research, common methodologies and approaches to analysing data in qualitative health research. Contemporary challenges in undertaking qualitative research are examined including participant recruitment, working with diverse populations, and rigour across the research process.

Prerequisites

Subject to approval of the Head of School.

Restrictions

Timetable 2026

Students must attend one activity from each section.

Intensive Block Course A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Thursday 09:00 - 17:00 Wheki 106
3 Aug - 9 Aug
14 Sep - 20 Sep
Intensive Block Course B
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Friday 09:00 - 17:00 Wheki 106
3 Aug - 9 Aug
14 Sep - 20 Sep

Course Coordinator

Sarah Lovell

Assessment

Assessment Due Date Percentage  Description
Reflections on a Qualitative Philosophy of Inquiry 28 Aug 2026 45% Reflection on a research methodology
In Class Conference Presentation 18 Sep 2026 15%
Research Proposal 16 Oct 2026 40%

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $1,150.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see School of Health Sciences .

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  • HLTH470-26S2 (C) Semester Two 2026