In this subject, you will learn about the broad array of public health research methods and acquire practical skills to conduct human research in your everyday practice. You will examine the rationales behind how research shapes good public health practice and the diverse paradigms that guide public health research. You will identify ethical principles, challenges and strategies that underpin robust research. Qualitative and quantitative methodologies will be explored with a focus on practical application and critical reflection. Skills addressed include critical appraisal of research, literature review, selection of appropriate search strategies, study design, recruiting research participants, data collection techniques, questionnaire design, and data analysis.
