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Research Methodology and Epidemiology (SVUEK_121)
About Study Course
Department: Institute of Public Health
ECTS:3
Course supervisor:Mirdza Kursīte
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Target audience:Medicine
Language:Latvian, English
Study course description Full description, Full time
Branch of science:Health care sciences and services; Health sciences
Objective
To provide the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in research methodology necessary to read scientific literature, apply principles of evidence-based medicine, develop critical thinking, and promote further research activities.
Prerequisites
Basics of human anatomy, histology, and physiology; basic arithmetic.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
1.Describe research paradigms, basic principles and stages of the research process.
Skills
1.Create a research question and aim, and an appropriate causal model.
Competence
1.Assess the relevance and limitations of the research methodology described in scientific publications.
Study course planning
Planning period:Year 2026, Autumn semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 5 | Master's | Required | ||
| Medicine | 5 | Master's | Required |
Planning period:Year 2027, Spring semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 5 | Master's | Required |
