ACSPRI Summer Program 2027

Enrolments now open

Upcoming events

Writing up a Qualitative PhD (3-day) : 1,2,3 Sep
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A practical, hands-on approach to the key writing challenges qualitative PhD researchers face at every stage of the journey, from crafting a coherent methodology chapter to writing up qualitative data in a way that does justice to your findings. 

 

Storytelling with Data Visualisation (3-day) : 9,10,11 Sep
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This master-class has two objectives – to teach the design principles required to make plots that really have an impact on the reader, and to teach the practical skills required to create these plots within the R software package.

 

 

Focus Group Design and Moderation : 21,22,23 Sep
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An applied comprehensive understanding of focus group design and moderation, establishing the theory and methods of focus group research and offering techniques for managing challenging groups.

 

Writing Qualitatively (2-day) : 22,23 Sep
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This is a practical masterclass is aimed at researchers with some qualitative writing experience who are looking to extend their knowledge and learn some practical tips for managing the process more efficiently. 

 

Harnessing MAXQDA for Qualitative Analysis (2-day) : 13,14 Oct
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This 2-day master-class provides a comprehensive introduction to the use of MAXQDA for qualitative analysis, focusing on harnessing its tools appropriately within methodological contexts. 

 

Focus Group Design and Moderation : 4,5 Feb
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An applied comprehensive understanding of focus group design and moderation, establishing the theory and methods of focus group research and offering techniques for managing challenging groups.

 

Social Network Analysis in R : 15,16,17,18,19 Feb
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A practical introduction to the network perspective and social network analysis (SNA), with a focus on applications in political analysis.

 

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In-House Courses

In-house ACSPRI courses for your students or staff

  • Customised short courses
  • Experienced instructors
  • Use your own facilities
  • We will provide course notes
  • Save on student travel expenses

ACSPRI will coordinate one of our instructors to come to your University or workplace to deliver a customised short course for your students or staff.