Universität Wien

240063 UE MM2 - Methods of Qualitative Research in Development Studies (2024S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 24 - Kultur- und Sozialanthropologie
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle

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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 30 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Thursday 07.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 14.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 21.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 11.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 18.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 25.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 02.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 16.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 23.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 06.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 13.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 20.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1
  • Thursday 27.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum SG1 Internationale Entwicklung, Sensengasse 3, Bauteil 1

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course is meant to give an overview of qualitative research methods in the field of development studies. The aim is to introduce students to the nature and characteristics of qualitative research and to provide them with knowledge, insights, and techniques relating to different aspects of qualitative research, such as interviewing, ethnographic observation, and qualitative data analysis. Students will be encouraged to explore the theoretical foundations of their proposed qualitative research project and acquire a general understanding of the theoretical positions that underlie qualitative methodology. Through lectures, readings, and hands-on research activities, students will explore different ways of investigating the social world. In this course, emphasis will be placed on applied aspects of qualitative research. The course is divided into four major modules: theoretical perspectives in qualitative research, specific qualitative methodologies, techniques of qualitative data analysis, and challenging ethical issues in qualitative research. By the end of this course, students will be able to
• Apply the taught methodological approaches in their own research.
• Understand different theoretical perspectives and how these perspectives inform qualitative research design
• Appraise the challenges associated with qualitative research
• Gain experience to design qualitative research through a class project
• Develop the skills to collect and analyse qualitative data
• Plan and execute a research project that involves conducting in-depth interviews, ethnographic field observations, and content analysis
• Reflect on ethical issues raised during qualitative research

Assessment and permitted materials

Regular attendance is required. In addition to completing tasks provided individually, students will also work in groups.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

- All written assignments must be submitted on time
- Students are required to read the mandatory texts before class and bring their questions related to the text for class discussion (individual)
- Class presentations (group work).
- Writing a seminar paper (group work).
- Regular appearance and active participation in class

Examination topics

Reading list

The required and recommended reading material will be available on the Moodle-platform.

Association in the course directory

MM2

Last modified: We 31.07.2024 12:06