This course will provide an overview of qualitative methods aimed at providing students with the tools for writing the Major Research Paper (MRP). The course consists of a few formal classes dealing largely with methods and methodology. The remaining classes will be a mix of one on one consultations and attending talks at the Munk School to better understand approaches to research. Students who plan to include human subjects in their research should attend a special seminar explaining the submission process. Details on these workshops will be available in January.