Hone your research skills with a qualitative research methods minor

Do you dream of a career in research and academia? This unique program might be right for you!

The qualitative research methods minor gives graduate students an in-depth understanding of qualitative research methods. So they leave UW with demonstrated research experience and marketable skills.

About the Qualitative Research Methods Minor

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Ready to pursue impactful research that excites you? We thought so!

Here at UW, graduate students take a wide variety of courses so they’re ready for the research-driven career that excites them most.

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Students must be enrolled in a graduate degree program to pursue a qualitative research methods minor.

What Can You Do with a qualitative research methods minor?

The qualitative research methods minor prepares students for a career in education and research. Most notably, this program is a great opportunity for students who want to teach foundational research courses in a college setting.

Potential Careers

  • Qualitative Analyst
  • Qualitative Researcher
  • Market Researcher
  • Research Moderator
  • Data Analyst
  • Transcriptionist
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Where UW grads are making an impact in the classroom:

  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
  • Rutgers University
  • Montana State University
  • University of Windsor
  • Colorado State University 
  • University of Utah
  • University of North Dakota
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Qualitative Research Methods Minor Highlights

Here at UW, we believe in preparing students for their ideal careers with hands-on experience and exciting courses. Here are a few things you can look forward to in this program:

Internship Experience

All qualitative research students have the opportunity to intern in a graduate-level research course and help design instructional activities.

Career Readiness

This minor is specifically designed to prepare students to teach college-level research courses. How? By giving students access to internship opportunities and a sequence of qualitative methods courses that will enhance their understanding of research methods.