SOCIO2597 Qualitative Social Research
Qualitative research in sociology involves the study of groups and/or individuals in what is often called their `natural setting¿, that is, as they go about or make sense of their daily lives. This course introduces the fundamental elements of a qualitative research approach to research in the social sciences. Students will be introduced to key methodological concepts and discussions, as well as qualitative techniques of data collection.
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* $2,124
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $997
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.