Research Methodologies and Methods

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SOCI 5010
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Course ID
208132
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
12
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

After successfully completing this course, students will be able to critically review the principles underlying research, identify the range of research methods and design used in different fields, and critically evaluate their application in research planning and development. Students will investigate the range of research methodologies and designs in the social sciences, research paradigms/frameworks, ethics, research project management, planning and development.

Course learning outcomes

  • Evaluate research principles underlying distinct research methods and designs
  • Critically interpret the range of research methods used in their field of study
  • Demonstrate a capacity to design and develop an independent and ethical research project
  • Identify and evaluate research studies that have already been carried out on the topic

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Proposal, Annotated Bibliography