
Social work research often focuses on qualitative designs & many students believe that the quantitative research pathway is either too complicated or is beyond their grasp This book outlines how social work students can undertake a research project from either a qualitative quantitative or mixed methodological approach The authors introduce key concepts in an accessible & structured manner & go on to demonstrate each of the approaches from inception of research idea to realisation of methodological approach to research process to data analysis & conclusion More than just another research text this book remains grounded in social work practice & has clear links to the Professional Capabilities Framework for Social Work