Research Design in Political Science: Qualitative and Mixed Methods
GOV 2014
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Description
This course introduces students to multi-method research design and the basic principles and tools of qualitative research in the social sciences. Topics examined include the logic of causal inference, measurement and conceptualization, choosing cases, natural experiments, the potential uses of mixed methods, and research ethics. Research techniques covered are process tracing, archival research, interviews, and ethnography. Students will also have the opportunity to workshop their early-stage research. The application of multi-methods research designs is emphasized throughout the course
Class Notes
Please note: the first day of class is Wednesday, September 9th.
School
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits
4
Cross Reg
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
Department
Government
Course Component
Seminar
Subject
Government
Grading Basis
FAS Letter Graded
Course Requirements
Course open to Graduate Students Only
Exam/Final Deadline
Dec. 10, 2026
General Education
N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data
N/A
Divisional Distribution
Social Sciences
Course Level
Primarily for Graduate Students
