Welcome to the Degree Doctor blog – where we keep it real about PhD life.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, behind, or like everyone else has it figured out but you – you’re in the right place.
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Struggling with IPA in your PhD? Here's what you need to know
Wondering what Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis is all about? Or started an IPA study and got massively stuck?! Don’t worry, these FAQs will help you out.
Reflexive Thematic Analysis vs Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis: Which should you use?
Struggling to choose between Reflexive Thematic Analysis (RTA) and Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA)? This blog explains the key differences with examples, so you can choose the right method for your qualitative PhD research.
Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis for Beginners
What’s IPA all about, and should you consider it for your analysis?