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SOS-3001: Qualitative Methods Work Load
10 credits (ECTS) | Type of course
Theoretical subject. | Level of course/Year of study
First or second year at master''s level. | Language of instruction
Norwegian | Examination semester
Autumn
| Objectives
Enable students to perform a qualitative investigation on their own. | Contents
This course mainly concentrates on carrying out a qualitative investigation. Issues of research ethics (protection of privacy) will be emphasised. During the course, we will look at how the theoretical basis of an investigation steers the research questions that are posed and how empirical material is analysed. Lectures and practical exercises will give the students knowledge about:
* The interview as a research method:
- planning personal interviews or focused group intrerviews
- testing an interview guide and the interview situation (with a video recording)
- constructing a questionnaire for use in quantitative investigations
- analysing various forms of qualitative material, such as interviews, documentary films, field observations and documents.
| Recommended previous qualifications
SVF-1050 Research Methods for the Social Sciences | Form of teaching
Lectures and seminars with practical work. | Coursework requirements
Compulsory attendance
| Exam and assessment
Assessment of a portfolio.
Compilation and assessment of a portfolio containing specified material from the various parts of the course. A letter grade is given.
Grading system for assessed work: A-E=pass, F=fail.
The course is open for re-sit examination early in the following semester. | Contact person/lecturer
Gøril Erikstad | Recommended reading/syllabus
See homepage. | Homepage
http://uit.no/sosiologi/2001/13
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