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79787-01 - Course: Fundamentals of Qualitative Research (3 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Every semester |
| Lecturers | Robert Schäfer (robert.schaefer@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of qualitative social research. It covers the theoretical basis of social science and explains various methods of data collection and analysis, such as interviews, ethnographic fieldwork, and document analysis. Other topics include research ethics and critical perspectives on science. The course emphasizes the connection between theory and research practice. The methods are not only presented in lectures, but also illustrated with case studies and practiced in tutorials. The course aims to provide students with an overview of the various qualitative social research methods and foster their ability to align their research interests with their choice of methods. |
| Learning objectives | Participants are familiar with the qualitative research methods commonly used in practice, and can assess which method is appropriate for a given subject and research question. They are also familiar with the steps and procedures of qualitative social research. They gain some initial experience in applying these methods. |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Thursday | 12.15-14.00 | Bernoullistrasse 14/16, Kleiner Seminarraum 02.001 |
Dates
| Modules |
Module: Methods for Analyzing Changing Societies (Master's degree program: Changing Societies: Migration – Conflicts – Resources (Start of studies before 01.08.2026)) Module: Theories and Methods of Changing Societies (Master's degree program: Changing Societies) |
| Assessment format | record of achievement |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration; dereg.: not required |
| Repeat examination | one repetition, repetition counts |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, studadmin-philhist@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Departement Gesellschaftswissenschaften |