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2026-2027 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog 
    
 
  Aug 14, 2026
 
2026-2027 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog
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BCHS 2525 - INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED RESEARCH


Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
The goal of the course is to give students a basic understanding of social and behavioral sciences research principles, as well as how these methods are implemented in the field of public health. Relationship of applied research to program evaluation, the link of theory to research, and the translation of research information to applied public health programs and policies will be emphasized. Participatory research will be highlighted. Quantitative and qualitative strategies, research designs, data collection methods, participant selection, and data analysis will be covered.
Academic Career: Graduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Grad Letter Grade
Course Requirements: PLAN: Behavioral & Community Hlth Sc (MPH, DPH, PHD)


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