Qualitative Methods and Empirical Design (861L1)

15 credits, Level 7 (Masters)

Autumn teaching

On this module, you will study qualitative methods and empirical design emphasising the theoretical and epistemological assumptions behind use of qualitative and quantitative techniques. By doing this, you'll develop the skills necessary to become a competent researcher in your discipline.

This module offers an overview of the research process and potential challenges in research design. By thinking about broader issues in empirical research, you will consider how you may wish to develop your research skills and knowledge.

Contact hours and workload

This module is approximately 150 hours of work. This breaks down into about 30 hours of contact time and about 120 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2024/25. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.