Courses & Units
Advanced Research in Social Sciences HSS408
Introduction
In this unit you will use your research skills to debate, examine and analyse theoretical and methodological approaches to research in the social sciences disciplines. You will also develop a research proposal that incorporates, appropriate to your discipline, effective research design, data collection and data analysis techniques, and coverage of relevant ethical issues.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Research in Social Sciences |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HSS408 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Politics and International Relations|Sociology and Criminology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Emily Hansen |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain the key elements of research design in the social sciences.
- Analyse the role of concepts and theory in framing research projects.
- Evaluate discipline-relevant methodology and methods traditions in social science research.
- Communicate your ideas clearly and in conformity to disciplinary standards.
Fee Information
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Teaching
| Assessment | Thesis Research Question (20%)|Presentation on Draft Research Proposal (30%)|Research Proposal (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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