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POL3004 - Research Design and Methods

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Assignment 100/100

Course content

The course aims to provide a broad overview of social science research methods and methodologies.

Learning outcome

Learning Goals:
Knowledge - the student shall:
- have knowledge about scientific theory.
- 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.

The course is reserved for students admitted to a a particular programme. Exchange students interested in the course must consult the Departement for possible admission.

The course will be taught in English when requested.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Industrial Ecology (MSINDECOL)
Statsvitenskap (MPOL)

Required previous knowledge

60 credits political science including 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
POL3005 7.5
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Facts

Version: 2
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2015

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

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Subject area(s)
  • Industrial Ecology
  • Social Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Political Science
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Sociology and Political Science

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Assignment 100/100
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Assignment 100/100
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.
Examination

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