Qualitative Methods and Data Analysis (PH-0290)

Fall 2026 · PH 0290 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

This course is an introductory course to begin, but not develop full mastery in, various relevant qualitative methods relevant for public health. The course emphasizes practical skills of qualitative research design, data collection (i.e., interviewing, focus group facilitation, participant observations, photonovella/photovoice, etc.), and analysis. The course introduces students to paradigms of qualitative research and inquiry, selected data collection, management, and analysis methods for qualitative research in public health, and standards for reporting qualitative findings. Students will learn about methods for analyzing qualitative data manually but will be exposed to the NVivo software platform.

Course codes: PH-0290, PH 0290, PH0290, PH-290, PH 290, PH290

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