Research Methodology
Description
The course focuses on social science research methods. Methods discussed include interview, content analysis, focus group discussions and surveys.
Subject Code
CLRS90001 (360725)
Credit Points
12.5
Objectives
Please see generic skills, below
Generic skills students will develop
By the end of the subject students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to choose methods appropriate to research aims and objectives
- Understand the limitations of particular research methods
- Develop skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and presentation
- Develop advanced critical thinking skills
- Demonstrate enhanced writing skills
Pre-requisites and/or Co-requisites
None
Mode of Delivery
Intensive
Contact Time
Twenty-four hours of lectures/seminars/ tutorials in the intensive period, supported by additional preliminary tutorials to a maximum of five hours.
Assessment
Written assignments totalling 4,000 words
Subject Coordinator
Dr Heather Rowe
Venue
This subject is normally delivered in Japan
Dates
Previous delivery: 17 - 21 August, 2009
Course Fee
TBA
Prescribed Textbook
Course materials are provided to all participants
Online Learning System
Not applicable
Academic Coordinator
Associate Professor Jane Fisher
Deputy Director and Coordinator of International Programs
Centre for Women's Health, Gender & Society
Melbourne School of Population Health
The University of Melbourne
Victoria 3010
AUSTRALIA
T: +61 3 8344 0687
F: +61 3 9347 9824
E: jrwf@unimelb.edu.au
Course Contact
Irna Grace Kostic
Project Manager
Melbourne Consulting and Custom Programs
The University of Melbourne
442 Auburn Road, Hawthorn
Victoria 3122
AUSTRALIA
T: +61 3 9810 3148
F: +61 3 9810 3149
E: i.kostic@mccp.unimelb.edu.au
Application Process
Applications are managed by Student Services.