Course overview
This is an elective course in the Graduate Certificate in Research Skills and Master of Research programs intended to provide an introduction to the various methodologies and methods that inform qualitative research. Students will be introduced to a range of qualitative research methods and perspectives, will have the opportunity to test out some of these methods and will also develop skills in question development and linking research methods to questions in a manner that facilitates robust research practice.
- Setting yourself up for success
- The basics of qualitative research
- The depth and breadth of qualitative research
- Assignment 1
- 2 day face to face intensive
- Assignment 2
Course learning outcomes
- Devise a research proposal with a data collection plan using a qualitative research method relevant to a specific area of research, that can answer a research question
- Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of aligning research questions with appropriate qualitative research methods/methodologies and data analysis practices relevant to the Humanities or Social Sciences
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 40040
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 15
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 56301
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 18
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