pla5rmp research methods for planners
RESEARCH METHODS FOR PLANNERS
PLA5RMP
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will be introduced to the role of various techniques for analysis of population and spatial change. The subject will offer a broad introduction to techniques of esocial research, but will focus strongly on techniques for modelling change in landuse, population, housing and labour force. Students will develop a critical awareness of techniques and their usefulness in various strategy and policy settings
FacultyFaculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAndrew Butt
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Enrolment in a postgraduate planning program
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PLA4RMP
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Social Research Methods | Recommended | Bryman, Alan | 3RD ED, OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, 2008. |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAndrew Butt
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 10 - 22
One 6.5 hours block mode other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Block ModeWeek: 10 - 22
One 6.5 hours block mode other recurrence on saturday during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Population Task 2000 words | 50 | |
| Research Proposal 2000 words | 50 |