PGR Methods: Qualitative Data Analysis

Data analysis sits at the heart of your qualitative post-graduate research degree.  In this session we will work through the practical challenges involved whatever your chosen analytic approach:

  • Understanding conceptual and practical challenges for effective data analysis
  • Which data analysis approach is right for me?
  • Keeping on track with data analysis – knowing where you have been, where you are and where you are going!

If you are pursuing any PGR degree in any social science, join us to connect, learn, and feel prepped for the exciting challenges ahead. Don’t miss out on tips, tricks, and a chance to ask questions in a friendly online space!

Cost for this small group online session is £20 per person.

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Detailed topics include:

1.     What does qualitative data analysis involve?

2.     Pros and cons of key analytic approaches

3.     Is mixing methods a good idea or recipe fordisaster?

4.    Why NVivo (or other CADQAS tech) isn’t alwaysthe answer

5.    Progress, pit-stops and problem-solving

6.    Your data and you: reflexivity

7.     Quality and qualitative analysis

8.    How do I know when to stop?