The article aims to understand the design of qualitative research methods. The method used is library research, where data is collected by searching for sources and reconstructing from various sources such as books, journals, and existing researches. The results show that qualitative research is conducted with a design where findings are not obtained through statistical procedures or calculations but rather aim to reveal phenomena in a holistic-contextual manner by collecting data from natural settings and utilizing the researcher as a key instrument. Qualitative research has a descriptive nature and tends to use an inductive approach analysis, emphasizing the process and meaning based on the subject's perspective. This design can be used as a method in research because it is described comprehensively and easily understandable by researchers and academics. Qualitative research is a process to understand human or social phenomena by creating a comprehensive and complex description that can be presented in words, reporting detailed insights obtained from informants, and conducted in natural settings. It is based on the concept of "going exploring," involving in-depth and case-oriented studies. The researcher contributes as a key instrument, and the research emphasizes the process over the outcome. Data analysis is conducted inductively, and the meaning is more emphasized than generalization. The article also discusses the importance of qualitative research in understanding new phenomena and the role of the researcher in selecting appropriate approaches based on the conditions on the ground. It outlines the stages of qualitative research, including problem identification, literature review, defining research objectives, data collection, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting. The article emphasizes the importance of data triangulation, member checking, and auditing to ensure the credibility and reliability of the research. Qualitative research is useful for gaining deeper insights into phenomena, especially when experiments are not feasible. It places humans at the center, recognizing their complexity and the richness of their experiences. In the field of education, qualitative research can explore and understand processes, activities, patterns, models, approaches, methods, strategies, assessments, and evaluations in depth.The article aims to understand the design of qualitative research methods. The method used is library research, where data is collected by searching for sources and reconstructing from various sources such as books, journals, and existing researches. The results show that qualitative research is conducted with a design where findings are not obtained through statistical procedures or calculations but rather aim to reveal phenomena in a holistic-contextual manner by collecting data from natural settings and utilizing the researcher as a key instrument. Qualitative research has a descriptive nature and tends to use an inductive approach analysis, emphasizing the process and meaning based on the subject's perspective. This design can be used as a method in research because it is described comprehensively and easily understandable by researchers and academics. Qualitative research is a process to understand human or social phenomena by creating a comprehensive and complex description that can be presented in words, reporting detailed insights obtained from informants, and conducted in natural settings. It is based on the concept of "going exploring," involving in-depth and case-oriented studies. The researcher contributes as a key instrument, and the research emphasizes the process over the outcome. Data analysis is conducted inductively, and the meaning is more emphasized than generalization. The article also discusses the importance of qualitative research in understanding new phenomena and the role of the researcher in selecting appropriate approaches based on the conditions on the ground. It outlines the stages of qualitative research, including problem identification, literature review, defining research objectives, data collection, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting. The article emphasizes the importance of data triangulation, member checking, and auditing to ensure the credibility and reliability of the research. Qualitative research is useful for gaining deeper insights into phenomena, especially when experiments are not feasible. It places humans at the center, recognizing their complexity and the richness of their experiences. In the field of education, qualitative research can explore and understand processes, activities, patterns, models, approaches, methods, strategies, assessments, and evaluations in depth.