Course for PhDs and beyond
Interviews: Design, Execution and Qualitative analysis
Course Description: In this course, participants will study how to design, execute, and analyze qualitative data derived from human subjects. This course will enable participants to:
- grasp basic tenets of interview and case study design, data coding, and analysis;
- practice interviewing in role-play exercises;
- collaborate with qualitatively trained colleagues to develop their own qualitative studies;
- critically reflect on qualitative human subject research; and
- further deepen their foundational qualitative research skills through specialized courses.
Prior Requirements: None.
When: The course has 4 classes, on the following dates:
- 09 April 2026, 14:00 – 16:00
- 16 April 2026, 14:00 – 16:00
- 23 April 2026, 14:00 – 16:00
- 30 April 2026, 14:00 – 16:00
Maximum of external participants: The course has up to five spots available for staff from other universities.
Course Coordinator: Primary lecturer Dr. Elke Olthuis; Secondary lecturer Prof.dr. Benjamin van Rooij.
Registration deadline: Anytime before the start of the course. For questions and registration, please contact Noah van Dongen at
n.n.n.vandongen@uva.nl.
Extra information: The courses will be offered in English and in-person in the A building on the Roeterseiland Campus of the UvA.