EDMED7056 Qualitative Research Methods in Education
This unit introduces students to the core qualitative, naturalistic and ethnographic research methodologies that are typically adopted in educational research. On completion of the course, students will better understand how complex, multiple realities can be researched. Students will be able to apply the fundamentals of methodologies such as narrative research, ethnographies, critical theory, participant observation methods, human-environment interaction, interview methods, phenomenology, action research, and mixed methods. Students will understand processes involved in conducting qualitative research, and appreciate limitations (e.g. generalisability). Students will learn when to choose a particular qualitative technique, e.g. interviews, focus groups, observations, and the ethical considerations in each type of method. They will explore what a case study is and what can be in it. Students will develop their academic reading and writing ability with respect to qualitative research by engaging critically with published research. This subject supports student preparation for their Professional Inquiry or Minor Thesis projects.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $578
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $578
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
