SOCIOL 310

Applied Social Research

Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for SOCIOL 310.

Description

Applied research plays a vital role in framing social problems, informing policy solutions and evaluating the success (or failure) of policy initiatives. This course provides a practical introduction to mixed method research design and the evaluation of social policy and practice.

The course aims to equip students with a critical understanding of policy processes and apparatus and to develop skills and that can be utilised in both industry and higher academic contexts. While lectures present theoretical knowledge about the mechanics of policy and research practice, tutorial workshops will provide a mix of research case studies and activities that support students in engaging with various applied techniques.

Availability 2017

Not taught in 2017

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Reading/Texts

A selection of readings is made available electronically for this course. Students are not required to purchase a set text or course reader.

Points

SOCIOL 310: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage II in Sociology, or SOCSCIPH 200