This module explores how ethnography is applied in research and helps you determine whether it is the right approach for your project. You will examine the key stages of the ethnographic research process, consider the types of research questions ethnography can address, and learn how to evaluate the suitability of this methodology for gaining in-depth insights into people, cultures, and social experiences.

This module explores the flexibility of ethnography as a research method and the different ways it can be applied in practice. You will examine a range of ethnographic approaches and observational techniques, consider their strengths and limitations, and learn how to select the most suitable approach for your research aims, setting, and participants.

This module introduces the planning stages of ethnographic research and the practical decisions needed before entering the field. You will learn how to select appropriate research sites and populations, develop strategies for gaining access to participants and settings, and consider the role and responsibilities of the researcher in conducting effective ethnographic research.

This module explores the ethical and practical responsibilities involved in conducting ethnographic research. You will examine potential risks to researchers and participants, learn how to identify and mitigate bias and harm, and understand the role of ethics review processes in ensuring research is conducted safely, responsibly, and with respect for those involved.

In addition to the glossary you’ll find woven throughout the course, you can find the full glossary collated in one place here.