Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods

Unit code:UGR7004Study level:Postgraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park

Prerequisites

(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the principles and concepts of qualitative research methods and focuses in detail on some common qualitative approaches and techniques, including phenomenology, ethnography and narrative inquiry, which may be of potential relevance to the design of students’ own research.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a broad range of qualitative methods applicable to their field;
reflect critically and creatively on studies that employ a range of qualitative research methodologies and methods and their applicability to research problems in their field, including the designs of research studies;
develop skills in the gathering, management, analysis, evaluation and interpretation of a broad range of qualitative data;
present to an interdisciplinary audience a coherent and sustained argument justifying their choice of qualitative research methodologies and methods for a specific project, using high level communication and technical skills and awareness of ethical issues.