This course gives an overview of commonly used qualitative methods in the field of information systems. It will cover basic techniques for collecting, interpreting, and analyzing qualitative data. This includes a focus on how to gather different types of qualitative data, including empirical data from observations, interviews, and documents. The next part of the course deals with the process of proceeding from data collection to data analysis. Students will be introduced to the basic techniques of using computer programs for qualitative data analysis.
Qualitative Research in Information Systems, 7.5 credits
Spring Term 2025
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
20 February 2025
Ends
24 March 2025
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
Admission to the course requires 90 credits in informatics, computer science, business administration, cognitive science, media and communication studies, pedagogics, psychology, political science or sociology (or equivalent competence). Also required is English B/6.
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given first priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A2736
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
The online application opens 26 August 2024 at 08:00 CET.
