Course Code: ……… | ECTS: 7
This module equips students with a strong foundation in the principles, practices, and applications of research in biomedical and public health settings. It emphasizes the development of critical thinking, evidence-based decision-making, and the ability to design, conduct, and evaluate scientific research relevant to lifestyle medicine and cardiopulmonary health.
To provide students with methodological tools for conducting high-quality scientific research.
To cultivate the ability to critically evaluate scientific literature and public health data.
To familiarize students with ethical standards and legal frameworks governing public health interventions and research involving human participants.
To enhance understanding of health systems, health policy, and regulatory processes at national and EU levels.
Introduction to Research Methodology
Philosophy of science and types of research
Study design: observational vs. experimental
Hypothesis formulation, sampling methods, bias, and confounding
Quantitative & Qualitative Research Methods
Data collection and analysis techniques
Descriptive and inferential statistics
Introduction to software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, NVivo)
Interview techniques and thematic content analysis
Epidemiological Principles
Measures of disease frequency and association
Outbreak investigation
Screening and diagnostic test evaluation
Risk assessment and health impact analysis
Scientific Writing & Publication Ethics
Structure of a scientific paper
Referencing and avoiding plagiarism
Peer review process
Research integrity and conflicts of interest
Public Health Legislation & Policy
Health law and ethical considerations in public health
Data protection and patient consent (GDPR)
National and EU-level frameworks for public health action
Case studies in tobacco control, vaccination, environmental health
Evidence-Based Public Health Practice
Use of systematic reviews and meta-analyses
Health program planning and evaluation
Cost-effectiveness and burden of disease models
Decision-making in population-level interventions
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
Design scientifically sound research proposals and protocols.
Apply appropriate statistical methods to analyze research data.
Navigate public health laws and ethical principles related to biomedical research.
Interpret epidemiological evidence for policy-making and clinical guidance.
Critically assess the quality and applicability of published literature.
Interactive lectures
Group workshops and journal clubs
Case study discussions
Research proposal development seminars
Guest lectures by public health officials and clinical researchers
Individual research proposal (written)
Final exam (written or oral)
Participation in workshops and critical appraisal assignments