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Methodology, Philosophy of Science and Research Ethics

The subject highlights central scientific theoretical positions, methodological perspectives, qualitative and quantitative methods and research ethics.

The course is accredited as part of the PhD program Health and Welfare.

Campus: Lillehammer; Elverum
Duration: Week 47 and 49
Structure: Full time
Credits: 10
Teaching language: NO + ENG
Startup: November
Application deadline: Aug. 15, 2026

About the Programme

The subject illuminates central scientific theoretical positions, various methodological perspectives and ethical considerations in research. Furthermore, we go through various qualitative and quantitative methods, and how the methods can be combined (mixed methods). The subject is important for choosing, justifying and considering the scientific theoretical position, methodological point of view, research method/s and research ethics in your own PhD project.

The course takes place in both Elverum and Lillehammer, and participation and attendance are compulsory. Teaching will usually take place in Norwegian, and if necessary in English.

Curricula and courses

The course is part of the Ph.D. program in Health and Welfare and can be taken independently of the Ph.D. program. In the curriculum, you will find more information on learning objectives and the assessment method.

Course description autumne 2026

Participation and attendance

The course takes place at campus Elverum and campus Lillehammer. Participation and attendance at the classes is compulsory.

Teaching plan 2026:

Week 47: November 16 - 20 (campus Lillehammer)

Week 49: November 30 - December 4 (campus Elverum)

Submission deadline: January 14, 2027

Mandatory Requirements.

In all courses, there are mandatory requirements that must be approved before you can take the exam. Therefore, it is important that you read the course description carefully before the course starts. Attendance of 80% is required on teaching days. The attendance requirement applies regardless of the reason for absence.

Application deadline and admission

Admission requirements:

Applicants must have a MA-degree (120 ECTS), or being registered as a PhD-student.

The course has limited intake capasity, and priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included.

Application deadline: October 15, 2026

How much does it cost?

The course is free of charge for all PhD candidates registered in a PhD programme. A tuition fee of NOK 3000,- will be charged for other external participants.

Programme offered by: Faculty of Social and Health Sciences