Course - Methods and Methodologies in Political Science - POL2000
Methods and Methodologies in Political Science
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About the course
Course content
This course introduces basic methods in social science from a philosophy of science perspective. The emphasis is on understanding methods more than their application/use. Students learn how mainstream social scientific methods are often adopted from the natural sciences, but refined over time, to better study social science phenomena.
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the student shall:
- understand the limits to social scientific approaches; and
- have knowledge of the central methods and methodologies tied to the study of Political Science
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- choose an appropriate method and methodology when examining any particular question in Political Science
Learning methods and activities
4 hours of lecturing in the first half of the semester. The course may be taught in English.
Further on evaluation
Form of assessment: 3-hour written exam in week 8.
Recommended previous knowledge
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Required previous knowledge
SOS1002 or an equivalent and one of the courses POL1000, POL1001, POL1002 or an equivalent. The requirement must be fulfilled to be admitted to the course.
Course materials
Provided at the start of the semester
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| SVPOL200 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2011 |
Subject areas
- Social Studies
- Social Sciences
- Political Science