RESM6002 Research Design and Practice
Module Overview
Research Design and Practice involves training and preliminary work for researching in social science. This module deals with the practical challenges of designing and conducting research such as defining research questions, identifying appropriate methods, research management and problem solving, writing up research, ethical issues, and thinking reflexively about research.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Syllabus
This module deals with the practical challenges of research. It will equip students to design and undertake a research project. Indicative content includes defining research questions, identifying appropriate methods, research management and problem solving, writing up research, ethical issues, and thinking reflexively about research.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
• Multi-disciplinary lectures • Subject specific seminars • Independent study
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Teaching | 10 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Total study time | 110 |
Resources & Reading list
Peter Burnham et al (2008). Research Methods in Politics.
John Hughes and Wes Sharrok (2008). Theory and Methods in Sociology.
Jonathon Moses and Torbjorn Knutsen (2007). Ways of Knowing.
Norman Blaikie (2000). Designing Social Research.
Keith Punch (2005). Introduction to Social Research.
Assessment
Assessment Strategy
The module will be assessed by one 2500-3000 word coursework assignment. Students will be required to produce a research proposal.
Summative
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Research proposal (3000 words) | 100% |
Repeat
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Research proposal | 100% |
Referral
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework assignment(s) | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External
Costs
Costs associated with this module
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.
In addition to this, students registered for this module typically also have to pay for:
Books and Stationery equipment
Recommended texts for this module may be available in limited supply in the University Library and students may wish to purchase reading texts as appropriate.
Please also ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.