Course - Qualitative Methods - GEOG3005
GEOG3005 - Qualitative Methods
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | E |
Course content
The course discusses the nature of qualitative methodology, different approaches to qualitative research and the phases in a research process. Methods like different forms of interviews, observation, and document studies will be presented. The course presents and discusses core concepts like positionality, reflexivity, ethics, and quality in research.
Learning outcome
A student who has completed this course should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge:
- has obtained an advanced understanding of methodological principles, core concepts and techniques in qualitative Research.
Skills:
- is able to discuss, apply and assess qualitative methods in relation to a chosen research design.
General competency:
- is able to write an independent assignment focusing on research design or specific aspects of qualitative research.
Learning methods and activities
Up to 14 hours lectures and individual compulsory assignment. The compulsory assigment is to write a methods paper.
Students who are admitted to a international programme of study are required to answer compulsory activities and examinations in English. Students admitted to a Norwegian programme of study can answer in Norwegian, English or a Scandinavian language.
Compulsory assignments
- Individual assignment
Further on evaluation
The compulsory assignments must be completed and approved in order to be eligible to take the exam. The examination is a 4 hour written exam (worth 100% of the final grade). Same form of examination is given when re-sitting for the exam or improving the grade. The written exam is offered both in the autumn and spring semester.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG3002 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2008 | |
| GEOG3052 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2008 | |
| AFR3002 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2008 | |
| AFR3005 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2008 | |
| GEOG3004 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2008 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Geography
- Social Sciences
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geography
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 E 2024-11-28 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL415 Sluppenvegen 14 48 SL120 Sluppenvegen 14 2 SL274 Sluppenvegen 14 2 SL271 Sluppenvegen 14 1 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E 2025-05-06 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 5
- * 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.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"