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 lessons, on the following dates:

• 08 April 2027, 14:00 – 16:00
• 15 April 2027, 14:00 – 16:00
• 22 April 2027, 14:00 – 16:00
• 29 April 2027, 14:00 – 16:00

Practical information:

• The course has up to five spots available for ELS members.
• The courses will be offered in English and in person in the A building on the Roeterseiland Campus of the UvA.
• There are no requirements to attend.

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.