southampton

Module overview

This module will introduce you to the use of mixed methods for approaching and addressing research questions in a range of disciplines within social and human sciences. You will be introduced to the theories of mixed methods, and examine the ways in which quantitative and qualitative research designs interact in the context of addressing a research question. You will also be introduced to examples of mixed methods applications within a range of research topics. The module includes a total of 22 contact hours, which includes 6 hours of face-to-face lectures; 6 hours of face-to-face tutor-led tutorials; approximately 8 hours of audio-recorded exemplars of research accessible via Blackboard; and 2 hours of an NVivo workshop on the use of mixed methods.

Linked modules

RESM6003 and (RESM6004 or STAT6117 or PSYC6046)

Learning and Teaching

Teaching and learning methods

The module involves 6 one-hour lectures on the principles of using mixed methods; the ethical and epistemological issues arising from the use of mixed methods; issues of sampling; the strengths; and the weaknesses of using mixed methods. The lectures are followed by 6 one-hour tutorials, where students are invited to discuss issues or questions related to the lectures. In addition, a number of case studies using mixed methods to address a range of research questions will be audio-recorded and made accessible to students via Blackboard (each case study is expected to last approximately 60 minutes). The learning activities include lectures, which will also be audio-recorded and accessible on Blackboard, tutor-led tutorials discussing the lecture content, audio-recorded case studies, formative and summative assessment during the module, and independent study. Students are expected to carry out some reading in advance or after each lecture and tutorials, in order to make the most of the sessions.

Study time
Type	Hours
Independent Study	128
Teaching	22
Total study time	150

Resources & Reading list

Textbooks

Edmonds, W.A. (2013). An applied reference guide to research designs: quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods.. London: Sage Publications.

Hesse-Biber, S.N. (2010). Mixed methods research: merging theory with practice.. New York: Guildford Press.

Alasuutari, P. et al (eds) (2008). The Sage Handbook of Social Research Methods. London: Sage Publications.

Creswell, J.W. (2015). A concise introduction to mixed methods research. Los Angeles: Sage Publications.

Bergman, M.M. (2008). Advances in mixed methods research: theories and applications.. Los Angeles: Sage Publications.

Assessment

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Breakdown
Method	Percentage contribution
Research proposal	100%

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.

Breakdown
Method	Percentage contribution
Research proposal	100%

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal & External

Mixed Methods