Fundamentals of Social Research

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
POLI 1006
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Course ID
201050
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
Discipline group A
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will give students the basic tools to be an informed and critical user of social research.

  • Core Features Of Social Science Research
  • The Process Of Social Science Research
  • Generating And Evaluating Social Science Research Results

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand the purpose of social research and its potential to investigate contemporary issues through both quantitative and qualitative approaches
  • Identify the range of methods, techniques, and skills used in contemporary social research and their capacity to solve specific problems
  • Critically evaluate the methodological aspects of published social research

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Assessment

A range of assignments designed to support course outcomes

Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Study Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Arts at Adelaide University - Information for Domestic students