Course - Research Design and Social Inquiry - POL3004
Research Design and Social Inquiry
Choose study yearAssessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.
About
About the course
Course content
The course aims to show the scope of social science research methods and methodology, including research design and relevant philosophy of science.
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the student shall:
- have knowledge about theory of science and methods in political science, with the primary emphasis on qualitative methods
- have knowledge about the methods and techniques associated with small-N research designs
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- carry out a research task with the use of a research method from the social sciences
Learning methods and activities
Class meets for 4 hours per week in half of the semester or 2 hours per week throughout the semester. The class meetings are divided between lectures in plenum and smaller group exercises.
The language of instruction can be English or Norwegian.
Compulsory assignments
- Term paper(s)/exercise(s)/quiz(es). Specific requirements announced at the beginning of the term
Further on evaluation
Examination arrangement: 3-hour written exam
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Industrial Ecology (MSINDECOL)
Political Science (MPOL)
Recommended previous knowledge
SOS1002 or an equivalent course in research methods.
Course materials
To be decided at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| POL3004 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2008 |
| POL3005 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2010 |
Subject areas
- Industrial Ecology
- Social Studies
- Social Sciences
- Political Science
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.