Course - Research Methods in the Social Sciences - SOS1002
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
About
About the course
Course content
The students will learn how to collect various forms of social science data (surveys, observations, public documents) and analyze this through various techniques (tables, correlation, regression and qualitative descriptions).
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the student shall:
- have a basic understanding of the various research methods used in the social sciences, including the formulation of a research question, choice of research design, selection of investigative units and collection of data.
- have knowledge and sight as to quantitative analysis, including analysis of contingency tables, correlation analyses, linear and logistical regression analyses and the more important tests and generalization methods tied to this forms of analyses.
- have the ability to analyze qualitative data materials from interviews and observations and present the sources.
- know the basic rules of research ethics.
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- write an academic article in the social sciences based on quantitative data and quantitative analysis.
- write an academic article in the social sciences based on qualitative data and qualitative analysis.
- use computer software for statistical analysis.
Learning methods and activities
4 hours of lectures every week throughout the semester. Four hours of group discussion/pc lab every week with exercise supervision.
Compulsory assignments
- Term paper qualitative methods
- Term paper quantitative methods
Further on evaluation
The final grade in the course is based on two partial assessments: a multiple choice exam under supervision that counts 20 % and a written school exam that counts 20 %.
In case of retakes, partial assessments can be taken up individually.
Recommended previous knowledge
None.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
To be decided at the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SVSOS107 | 15 sp | |
| SOS6003 | 15 sp | |
| SOS3050 | 7.5 sp | |
| SOS3280 | 7.5 sp | |
| IDRSA1004 | 15 sp | Autumn 2007 |
| SOS3060 | 15 sp | Autumn 2007 |
| SOS3061 | 15 sp | Autumn 2007 |
| IDRSA1017 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
| PSY1011 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
| PSY2017 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
| PSYPRO4111 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
| PSYPRO4317 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
| PSYK4120 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2021 |
| PSY1120 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2021 |
| PSY1111 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
| MET3001 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2024 |
| PED1005 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2024 |
| PED2005 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
Subject areas
- Social Sciences and Sports Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Political Science
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Multiple choice 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.
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.