Research Design and Methods

This subject is designed to develop research skills for students pursuing a postgraduate degree in the field of the social sciences. The subject explores contemporary research strategies, differing methodological approaches to social research, the relationship between theory and research, the techniques in the collection of data or evidence for analysis as well as practical issues concerned with designing a project or thesis and their realisation through the research process, including the management of ethics principles and procedures. The subject will assist students to develop skills in the framing of research projects, more generally. The subject is taught through a combination of lectures, workshops and seminars.