SHORT COURSE

Thematic Analysis

Move from raw qualitative data to coded meaning and defensible themes.

Build a transparent analytic trail from raw text to codes, categories, themes and interpretation.

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Course summaryIntermediate level5 modules3 hours estimated learningSelf-paced deliveryPractical exercises includedBest for: Researchers analysing interviews, focus groups or textual qualitative data

5 modulesStructured learning sequence

IntermediateRecommended level

3 hoursLearn at your own pace

PracticalApply the learning directly

Certificate eligibleOn successful completion where enabled

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About this course

Build a transparent analytic trail from raw text to codes, categories, themes and interpretation.

The course is structured around practical research decisions rather than memorised definitions. Each module connects concepts to real research tasks, examples and tools.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Learning outcomes

Prepare qualitative data for analysis.
Develop useful initial codes.
Group codes into meaningful categories.
Develop themes that capture patterned meaning.
Distinguish supporting quotations from analysis.

COURSE CONTENT

5-module curriculum

Module 1

Preparing the Dataset

Transcripts, familiarisation and analytic notes.

3 lessons · 25 min

Module 2

Coding

Develop concise codes linked to meaning.

4 lessons · 35 min

Module 3

Themes

Develop patterns of shared meaning and test them against the data.

4 lessons · 40 min

Module 5

Interpretation & Writing

Use quotations as evidence for an analytical argument.

4 lessons · 35 min

SKILLS YOU'LL GAIN

Qualitative CodingCategory DevelopmentTheme DevelopmentInterpretationQualitative Reporting

TOOLS & RESOURCES

Word/DocsExcelNVivo-compatible workflowsTaguette-compatible workflows

DETAILS TO KNOW

DeliverySelf-paced online learning

LanguageEnglish

AudienceResearchers analysing interviews, focus groups or textual qualitative data

PracticeWorked examples and applied tasks

SupportCan be combined with F1RMA research consulting

CompletionCertificate eligibility where enabled

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