ACSPRI Winter Program 2026 

Online, June 29 - July 10

Upcoming events

Introduction to R: Online - (3 days) : 8,9,15 May
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This masterclass offers a step-by-step, interactive introduction to R and RStudio for participants with no experience with these software packages.

 

Creating and Managing Web surveys using LimeSurvey: Online - (1 day) : 21 May
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How to set up, conduct and export your data for a web based survey in the freely available Limesurvey web survey software system.

 

Writing Qualitatively: Online : 3,4 Jun
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This is a practical masterclass is aimed at researchers with some qualitative writing experience who are looking to extend their knowledge and learn some practical tips for managing the process more efficiently. 

 

Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis: Online : 29,30 Jun & 1,2,3 Jul
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This course provides an overview of Longitudinal Data Analysis. As well as the statistical theory, an overview of the many applications and capabilities of LDA is given.

 

Introduction to Deep Learning for Social Sciences: Online (3 days) : 29,30 Jun & 1 Jul
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Whether you're looking to add AI to your research toolkit or just curious about what deep learning can do, this masterclass will give you the foundation you need to start experimenting with confidence.

 

Introduction to Computer-assisted Qualitative Data Analysis using Nvivo: Online : 29,30 Jun & 1,2,3 Jul
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This course is for those already familiar with qualitative research approaches who are interested in using NVivo software to assist with the tasks of qualitative data management and analysis.
 
Introduction to Qualitative Research: Online (3-day) : 29,30 Jun & 1 Jul
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This is an introductory unit for individuals with limited or no previous experience with qualitative traditions or techniques of inquiry.

 

Fundamentals of Program Evaluation in Public Policy: Online (3 days) : 29,30 Jun & 1 Jul
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A three day workshop for public sector workers and academics commissioning, managing or conducting evaluations of public policy or programs. This course will be of interest to those wishing to extend their skills in evaluation context.
 
Data Analysis Using Stata: Online : 29,30 Jun & 1,2,3 Jul
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This course aims to provide you with the understanding and experience to undertake a basic research project in the social or health sciences using Stata as the statistical tool.

Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) Fundamentals: Online (3-days) : 29,30 Jun & 1 Jul
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This course is designed to cover the fundamental principles of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and introduce the AMOS and/or Mplus software packages to estimate structural equation models.

 

Introduction to Social Network Research and Analysis: Online : 6,7,8,9,10 Jul
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Designed for mixed methods and qualitative researchers, this course covers data collection and research design, visualisation and basic analytic methods used in social network research.

 

Applied Statistical Procedures: Online : 6,7,8,9,10 Jul
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This intermediate course will help you choose from a range of statistical procedures to analyse your data. It aims to provide participants with an ability to understand, run and interpret these procedures.   

 

Fundamentals of Statistics: Online : 6,7,8,9,10 Jul
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An introductory unit in statistical methods with the emphasis on statistical techniques applicable to the social sciences, although these introductory techniques are also relevant to the health sciences.

 

Qualitative Research: Design, Analysis and Representation: Online : 6,7,8,9,10 Jul
Qualitative Research: Design, Analysis and Representation: Online

A course designed for participants who have undertaken a qualitative study in their work or study and would like to build their theoretical knowledge and applied skill base in qualitative research.

 

Advanced Statistical Analysis Using R: Online : 6,7,8,9,10 Jul
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The focus of this course is on learning advanced statistical methods using R.

 

Advanced Structural Equation Modelling: Online : 6,7,8,9,10 Jul
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This course is designed as an advanced course in Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) for existing AMOS and/or Mplus users. 

 

The Art of Survey Writing: Online- (2 days) : 20,21 Jul
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Taught by an instructor with real-world experience as a campaign consultant, survey researcher and data scientist, this masterclass will focus on teaching you about survey design.

 

The Art of Interviewing: Online - (2 days) : 6,7 Aug
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From conversations to focus groups, this two-day intensive will help professionals, researchers and evaluators create careful and impactful interviews.

 

Applied Qualitative Interviewing Methods: Online - (1 day) : 19 Aug
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A one-day, hands-on, advanced qualitative interviewing workshop where you will learn how to acquire high-quality, multi-dimensional data that can meaningfully impact evidence-informed decisions.

 

Writing up a Qualitative PhD: Online : 1,2,3 Sep
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A practical, hands-on approach to the key writing challenges qualitative PhD researchers face at every stage of the journey, from crafting a coherent methodology chapter to writing up qualitative data in a way that does justice to your findings. 

 

Storytelling with Data Visualisation: Online (3 days) : 9,10,11 Sep
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This master-class has two objectives – to teach the design principles required to make plots that really have an impact on the reader, and to teach the practical skills required to create these plots within the R software package.

 

 

Focus Group Design and Moderation: Online - (3 days) : 21,22,24 Sep
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An applied comprehensive understanding of focus group design and moderation, establishing the theory and methods of focus group research and offering techniques for managing challenging groups.

 

Spatial Analysis in R: Online - (2 days) : 21,22 Sep
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Designed for the applied users of R, this master-class will show you how to access spatial data from a number of sources, match this with geographic shape files, analyse spatial patterns, link these data to information from surveys, and create interactive maps to highlight important findings.

 

Qualitative Research: Doing Constructionist Data Analysis: Online (4 days) : 28,29,30 Sep & 1 Oct
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Guidance for early career researchers on how to use the latest constructionist approaches, which treat our data as instances of complex behaviours and hence complementary to quantitative research.

 

Machine Learning for Data Science: Supervised Learning Techniques: Online (3 days) : 2,3,9 Oct
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An introduction to supervised machine learning techniques for data science, providing an interactive step-by-step guide to running some of the standard statistical regression and classification machine learning models that every data scientist should know. 

NVivo for a Literature Review: Online (2 days) : 14,15 Oct
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This master-class introduces NVivo, and takes researchers through the process of sorting and organising literature and notes from readings in a systematic way. 

NVivo Essentials: Online (3 days) : 20,21,22 Oct
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The workshop aims to provide researchers with essential skills in using the NVivo software. The focus is on developing the essentials skills from NVivo through hands-on experience.

 

Introduction to Python for Social Sciences: Online (2 days) : 6,7 Nov
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A step-by-step, interactive introduction to Python for participants with no experience with this software package. 

 

An Introduction to Mixed Methods Research Design: Online - (2 days) : 19,20 Nov
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We will explore the key features and different types of mixed method design; critically analyse the benefits and challenges associated with the design and implementation of each design type; and the analysis and write-up of mixed method studies.

 

10th Biennial ACSPRI Social Science Methodology Conference in conjunction with the Australian Social Network Analysis Conference (ASNAC) : 24,25,26 Nov
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ACSPRI is pleased to host the 10th Biennial Social Science Methodology conference, in conjunction with the Australian Social Network Analysis Conference. The ACSPRI conference is multi-disciplinary and brings together researchers and methodologists from a range of environments and contexts. By running the ACSPRI and ASNAC in conjunction in 2026, all attendees will benefit from being able to share their methodology knowledge across domains. SNA related proposals will be reviewed by ASNAC representatives.

Details of the conference are available on the conference website

10th Biennial ACSPRI Social Science Methodology Conference in conjunction with the Australian Social Network Analysis Conference (ASNAC) : 24,25,26 Nov
ACSPRI Conference attendees inside the Holme Building, University of Sydney

ACSPRI is pleased to host the 10th Biennial Social Science Methodology conference, in conjunction with the Australian Social Network Analysis Conference. The ACSPRI conference is multi-disciplinary and brings together researchers and methodologists from a range of environments and contexts. By running the ACSPRI and ASNAC in conjunction in 2026, all attendees will benefit from being able to share their methodology knowledge across domains. SNA related proposals will be reviewed by ASNAC representatives.

Details of the conference are available on the conference website

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In-House Courses

In-house ACSPRI courses for your students or staff

  • Customised short courses
  • Experienced instructors
  • Use your own facilities
  • We will provide course notes
  • Save on student travel expenses

ACSPRI will coordinate one of our instructors to come to your University or workplace to deliver a customised short course for your students or staff.