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What is the CAQDAS Networking Project?

We provide practical support, training and information in the use of a range of software programs designed to assist qualitative data analysis. We provide platforms for debate concerning the methodological and epistemological issues arising from the use of such software packages and conduct research into methodological applications of CAQDAS.

We have no commercial links to any software developer or supplier. Between 1994 and 2011 we were funded by 7 streams of ESRC funding, most recently as an ESRC National Centre for Research Methods (NCRM) Node (Qualitative Innovations in CAQDAS -QUIC), as part of the Research Methods Programme (RMP) and the Researcher Development Initiative (RDI). We are currently receiving no external funding. 

Collaborations

We work closely with a number of other projects in order to provide the best possible set of resources and training events possible. These include Day Courses in Social Research, the South East Doctoral Training Centre and Online QDA.

Day Courses in Social Research

We work in close partnership with the Day Courses programme also located within the Sociology Department at the University of Surrey. Most of our training events are administered by the Day Courses programme. 

South East Doctoral Training Centre (SEDTC)

Through our connection with SEDTC we are able to offer very good value fees for our training events for doctoral students. Rates depend on discipline and institution.  

Online QDA

The CAQDAS Networking project resource is closely connected to the Online QDA website, based at Huddersfield University. The two resources have been developed in close collaboration and are intended to provide a rounded service to qualitative researchers. For more information on our collaboration and the relationship between the two websites please see Online QDA Collaboration.