Qualitative Methods in Public Health

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This course introduces students to the principles and practices of qualitative research in public health. It emphasizes the value of qualitative inquiry for understanding complex health behaviors, cultural contexts, and social determinants of health. The course covers key methodologies including interviews, focus groups, ethnography, and content analysis. Students will develop skills in qualitative research design, data collection, coding, thematic analysis, and ethical considerations. Students will learn to apply qualitative methods to address public health challenges and to complement quantitative approaches in mixed-methods research.