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SOCS4002

Social Science Honours 2

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

This course will involve an analysis of research methodologies and/or topics applicable to the student's area of study.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to demonstrate:
1. understanding of the methodological issues involved in research in an area of social science study;
2. comprehension of a range of theoretical issues in areas of social science study;
3. skills in performing a research task at honours level;
4. ability to write a research essay at honours level.
Content
This course will involve an analysis of research methodologies and/or topics applicable to the student's area of study. This will be provided through a series of seminars, which may focus on a particular theme or on a range of methodological and theoretical issues related to research in the social sciences.
Replacing Course(s)
NA
Transition
NA
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
The Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) program requires successful completion of a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Social Science or equivalent, with a major in a field relevant to their proposed Honours study and at least a credit average in the field in their undergraduate program.
Modes of Delivery
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Individual Supervision
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify)
May include a research proposal, tasks designed to practice research and analytical skills, a bibliographical essay or ethics proposal.
Word range: 6000 - 10,000 words
Contact Hours
Seminar: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term