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Overview
What you will study
While taking the Winter School in Advanced Qualitative Methodology and Theorizing in Economic Geography offered by University of Bern, participants will be introduced to established and emerging novel qualitative methods in social sciences. During the 5-day training, participants will be able to develop their methodological and theoretical skills and build upon their experiences in empirical field work and data analysis. Leading scholars from economic geography and beyond are confirmed for key lectures.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- understanding of advanced theorizing using classic qualitative methods such as case study designs, interviewing, grounded theory, etc.
- knowledge of novel qualitative methods and related philosophical consierations
- ability to make and justify choices in the design of qualitative research methods
- ability to apply useful techniques to facilitate the entire theorizing process
- insights in reporting, publishing and visualizing rigorous qualitative studies.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
GeographyWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The Winter School is open to post-fieldwork PhD students and Post-doctoral researchers who work with qualitative methods in economic geography.
- This advanced course requires prior knowledge and experience in qualitative methods.
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Bern
1655 - 2130 CHF /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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