Doctoral Course FHV0003

Implementation Research in Health and Welfare Practice

7.5  Credits
Third Cycle

Starts week 14, 2026

The course has a broad approach to implementation research and involves the implementation of evidence-based methods, practices and policy in the health and welfare sector. The course will highlight different theoretical frameworks as well as factors that are important for implementing evidence-based methods, practices and policy. Students will apply their knowledge by formulating research questions relevant to their dissertation work, and by designing and presenting a theoretically based research plan.

Starts and ends:
week 14, 2026 - week 23, 2026
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Flexible (Falun)
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Distance
Language:
Swedish
Entry Qualifications :
  • Eligible students are those who fulfil the general requirements for PhD studies. Students must be familiar with the basics of qualitative and quantitative research before joining the course.
Application Code:
VTVV3P2U
Online Education

Mandatory online meetings will be held according to the schedule.

Computer Skills:

Surf on the Internet, read and send emails, use a word-processing programme (e.g. Word). Connect a camera and headphones to the computer and install a programme using instructions.

Computer Capacity:

Access to a computer (Not a mini pc, tablet or similar) that is not older than three years (or equivalent) and broadband connection, at least 1 Mbit/s (not mobile broadband, because mobile broadband can vary considerably in speed).

Means of Education:

Higher rate of web-based communication where our learning platform (Learn/Canvas) is a natural element of the course. Web-based meetings with sound and image where simple presentations can be held. Lectures can be broadcast live or can alternatively be made available afterwards online.

How may we help you?

If you are interested in courses we offer at the doctoral level, please contact support@du.se.

Course Coordinator
Malin Tistad