98003 Research Methods for Social Sciences
8cp; weekly: 2 hour workshop + equivalent 1 hour asynchronous content delivery (online lecture).Requisite(s): 32 credit points of completed study in completed any Bachelor's Degree OR 32 credit points of completed study in completed any Bachelor's Combined Degree OR 32 credit points of completed study in completed any Bachelor's Honours OR 32 credit points of completed study in completed any Bachelor's Honours Embedded OR 32 credit points of completed study in completed any Bachelor's Combined Honours
Description
In this subject, students learn to locate and make sense of, as well to generate new information through quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches to research. Students learn about the use of technologies and techniques in the collection, collation, and analysis of information in order to both extend and generate insights into social phenomena. Learning activities focus on design, methodology, method, and analytical selection as well as conducting ethical research, while students also develop practical skills with regards to presenting social research.
Typical availability
Autumn session
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