This unit of study aims to provide students with limited, supervised experience in planning, conducting, analysing and reporting a socially significant research study. On completion of this unit of study, students should be able to: further understand the significance of social research and the difficulties associated with undertaking social research and design and complete a qualitative and/or quantitative research study with some degree of independence.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
APS3040
Prerequisites
APS3030 - Social Research Methods
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Explicate understanding of the significance of applied social research; | ||
| 2. | Develop research strategies for data gathering and analysis; | ||
| 3. | Apply knowledge gained in research methods to design and undertake a qualitative and/or quantitative research study; and | ||
| 4. | Competently present and defend the research project. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Research Paper | Research report (quantitative or qualitative): 4,000 words – Part A (Week 1): 1000 words (20%); Part B (Week 3): 3000 words (50%) | 70% |
| Presentation | Oral presentation of completed report (Week 4:10mins) | 30% |
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