Table of Contents

1. Introduction: Political research methods - what does this mean? Part 1: Quantitative research 2. Introducing quantitative research - how to interpret data sources 3. Using surveys in research 4. Analysing official data Part 2: Qualitative research 5. Introducing qualitative research - why and when numerical analysis is not enough 6. Using interviews in research - accessibility and interpretation 7. Evaluating existing research 8. Content analysis Part 3: Doing your own research 9. A guide to writing a dissertation in politics 10. Information sources