Course - Qualitative Methods - GEOG3005
GEOG3005 - Qualitative Methods
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig eksamen | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course focuses on qualitative methodology, such as case study and ethnography. Major emphasis will be on positioning, representation, reflexivity, ethics, and interpretations. Skills about how to generate data, conduct analysis and write-up the material when adopting methods such as interview, focus group discussion, observation, and text analysis are taught. The students have to write an assignment in which they reflect upon relevant methodological approaches in their planned master`s thesis.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: Obtain an advanced understanding of methodological principles, core concepts and techniques in qualitative Research.
Skills: Be able to discuss, apply and assess qualitative methods in relations to a chosen research design.
General competency: Be able to write an independent assignment focusing on research design or specific aspects of qualitative research.
Learning methods and activities
14 hours lectures, assignment.
It is expected that compulsories and examinations must be completed in English. Exceptions must be clarified with the lecturer responsible for the course.
Compulsory assignments
- Individual assignment
Recommended previous knowledge
Bachelor degree with qualitative course in methods.
Required previous knowledge
Bachelor degree or equivalent. Other relevant qualifications may be accepted by the Department of Geography.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFR3002 | 7.5 | ||
| AFR3005 | 7.5 | ||
| GEOG3002 | 7.5 | ||
| GEOG3004 | 7.5 | ||
| GEOG3052 | 7.5 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2017
Language of instruction: English
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- Geography
- Social Sciences
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geography
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig eksamen 100/100 2017-12-13 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 100/100 2018-06-05 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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