soc3msr social research methods
SOCIAL RESEARCH METHODS
SOC3MSR
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students are introduced to a range of current methods of social inquiry. These include both quantitative and qualitative research methods such as surveys, interviews, observation, content analysis, the analysis of historical and policy documents and records and other unobtrusive methods. The objective is for students to become familiar with these techniques and to gain some understanding of when best to employ particular strategies while being aware of strengths and weaknesses of each approach.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites 15 credit points of first-year Sociology and at least 15cp of Humanities and Social Sciences subjects, or co-ordinator's approval. It is a core subject at third year for Sociology major at Melbourne, Bendigo, Mildura and Shepparton
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects SOC2MSR
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Core subject at third year for Sociology major at Melbourne, Bendigo, Mildura and Shepparton
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Social Research Methods, | Prescribed | Walter, Maggie 1013 | 3RD EDN, OUP |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically evaluate diverse research methods, approaches and applications
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorial workshops, research proposal, exam
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
02. Identify and negotiate the challenges of research teams
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorial workshops, research proposal
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
03. Identify and report on ethical issues in social research
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorial workshops, research proposal
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
04. Understand, implement and report on research practice
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorial workshops, research exercise
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Writing(Writing)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,200-word research based assignment | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| One 1,800-word research proposal exercise | 45 | 03, 01, 02 | |
| One 1-hour exam (equivalent 1,000 words) | 25 | 04, 03, 01 |
Bendigo, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEdgar Burns
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,200-word research based assignment | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| One 1,800-word research proposal exercise | 45 | 03, 01, 02 | |
| One 1-hour exam (equivalent 1,000 words) | 25 | 04, 03, 01 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,200-word research based assignment | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| One 1,800-word research proposal exercise | 45 | 03, 01, 02 | |
| One 1-hour exam (equivalent 1,000 words) | 25 | 04, 03, 01 |
Mildura, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,200-word research based assignment | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| One 1,800-word research proposal exercise | 45 | 03, 01, 02 | |
| One 1-hour exam (equivalent 1,000 words) | 25 | 04, 03, 01 |
Shepparton, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Jo Fortuna
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,200-word research based assignment | 30 | 01, 04 | |
| One 1,800-word research proposal exercise | 45 | 03, 01, 02 | |
| One 1-hour exam (equivalent 1,000 words) | 25 | 04, 03, 01 |