Module Identifier | IP36820 | ||
Module Title | RESEARCH METHODS AND SOCIAL THEORY | ||
Academic Year | 2002/2003 | ||
Co-ordinator | Dr Graeme A M Davies | ||
Semester | Semester 2 | ||
Other staff | Dr Jonathan M Joseph | ||
Co-Requisite | IP36720 , IP37720 | ||
Course delivery | Lecture | 19 Hours (19 x 1 hour) | |
Assessment | Semester Exam | 2 Hours | 50% |
Semester Assessment | Dissertation: 1 x 3,000 words outline | 50% | |
Supplementary Exam | Students may, subject to Faculty approval, have the opportunity to resit this module, normally during the supplementary examination period. For further clarification please contact the Teaching Programme Administrator in the Department of International Politics. |
- demonstrate a basic understanding of social scientific research methodologies
- appreciate and evaluate differing social theories and the research methods associated with them
- be able to identify and use a range of relevant research resources
- use standard academic methods and techniques such as the compilation of a bibliography and the correct use of footnoting techniques
- devise a working title and prepare a research design proposal on a topic of their choice
- plan and undertake independent research at a level that is sufficient for the completion of an undergraduate dissertation
- understand, analyse and evaluate articles and books written by professional social scientists
10 ECTS Credits