Review
'(Alan Bryman) is one of the very few research methodologists in the UK who can genuinely span both the quantitative and qualitative methods, and who also has a deep understanding of social science IT. I found Alan's book enormously user-friendly ... insightful and accurate ... logically organised, and very professionally produced.' Professor Nigel Fielding, Surrey University
"The best on the market - I recommend it to all my students. Brilliant ... it has reinvigorated my teaching." Professor Saul Becker, Loughborough University
Product Description
Providing a comprehensive introduction to the study and implementation of social research methods, this book shows how social research is carried out and offers advice for independent social research study. All the major research methods and designs are covered. And, both quantitative and qualitative research are explored in depth alongside discussions of the ways in which these two research strategies can be combined. Illustrated throughout with a wide range of examples, this book provides the essential introduction to social research methods for all students of this subject.