Talking with People: Doing Interviews (SOCI20019)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2022
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About this subject
Overview
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In an increasingly complex world we need skills that can help us understand the world around us. Qualitative research methods can uncover the nuances of people’s understandings and experiences, and how they make sense of their lives. This subject gives students hands-on skills with these methods, in particular individual interviews and focus groups. Students also become familiar with analytical approaches to analysing qualitative data. Through project-based learning, students will take part in the entire research process from formulating research questions through design, collecting and analysing data and writing up findings. Teaching will be seminar-style and students will work individually and in groups on a collaborative project. The subject will also involve reflections on the practical and ethical challenges involved in doing empirical research and the limitations of research findings.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Recognise and articulate the strengths and limitations of qualitative interview methods for research purposes
- Collaboratively plan and develop a suitable and ethically compliant design for a small qualitative research project
- Recognise and apply specific interview and moderation techniques in the context of qualitative interviews
- Analyse and evaluate interview and/or focus group interview data
- Demonstrate a reflexive understanding of the research process including their own role within this process
Generic skills
- Work effectively in groups
- Communicate effectively in oral and written form
- Organise and manage a small project
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH10001 | Anthropology: Studying Self and Other | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| ANTH20012 | Self, Culture and Society | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| MULT20003 | Critical Analytical Skills | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Research design
| Week 2 | 15% |
Group presentation with peer review
| Mid semester | 35% |
Research report
| During the examination period | 50% |
Attendance Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. Students must participate in tutorial discussion. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
All pieces of assessment must be handed in to pass the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2022
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Minor Sociology minor Specialisation (formal) Sociology
Last updated: 31 January 2024