Qualitative Methods
Objectives
The subject provides students with an introduction to some key issues in conducting qualitative research. On successful completion of this course students should be able to(*):
- Plan a qualitative research project
- Undertake analysis of diverse qualitative research materials
- Be able to theorize using qualitative data
- Know how to write up a thesis using qualitative data
- Be able to analyze data critically
- Being wise about qualitative data
General characterization
Code
6215
Credits
7
Responsible teacher
TBA
Hours
Weekly - Available soon
Total - Available soon
Teaching language
English
Prerequisites
n/a
Bibliography
Silverman, D. (2011). Interpreting Qualitative Data, London: Sage.
Symon, G., & Cassell, C. (Eds.) (2012). Qualitative organizational research. London: Sage.
Teaching method
The subject will be delivered through a variety of face-to-face teaching strategies. Lectures will be broken up with short exercises, case studies questions, and student-centered learning.
Evaluation method
The grading scale used is typically ranging from 0 to 20 (10 points is considered the threshold pass grade). A qualitative Pass/Fail grading can also be used.
Subject matter
List the main topics covered in the course:
1. What is qualitative research?
2. Designing a research project
3. Approaches to data analysis
4. Research ethics
5. Student workshop and one-to one advice sessions
6. Methods: ethnographies, interviews, focus groups, texts, naturally occurring topics, visual images
7. Credible qualitative research
8. Writing a research application
9. Writing research up as a thesis
10. Getting published
11. The relevance of qualitative research
12. Tips for best practice