Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods

This course introduces students to qualitative research methods in political science. It examines what qualitative social science research entails and how and why qualitative research is conducted in political science. The course then examines the range of qualitative research methods used in political science (e.g. archival methods, political ethnography, interviews), and gives students some hands-on experience using qualitative research methods. The course prepares students to carry out future research projects using qualitative methods.