Course - Research Design and Qualitative Methods - POL3004
POL3004 - Research Design and Qualitative Methods
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 |
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 the creation of a research design.
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
Lectures/group discussions, 4 hours per week throughout the semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Presentation
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Industrial Ecology (MSINDECOL)
Media, Communication and Information Technology (MMEDIE)
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 | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| POL3004 | 7.5 | 01.09.2008 | |
| POL3005 | 7.5 | 01.09.2010 |
No
Version: 2
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
No.of lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Industrial Ecology
- Media Studies and Communication
- Social Studies
- Social Sciences
- Political Science
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Sociology and Political Science
Phone:
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
- Autumn ORD Assignment 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"