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Designing research

Level 5S1·S2

About

This unit provides you with advanced skills in the design of research projects in the social sciences. The unit explores the core issues involved in conducting social science research and examines a variety of research methodologies and methods. Its focus on the process of research design allows you to develop skills in writing detailed research proposals for their own research topics.

Offered in 2026

Semester 1Caulfield· ONLINE
Semester 2Caulfield· ONLINE

Corequisites

APG5849Research thesis A

Prohibitions

APG5155Designing research in the humanities and social sciences

Enrolment rules

This unit is only available to students enrolled in a Masters degree from the Faculty of Arts or the Graduate Diploma of Arts Research. A minimum WAM of 80 (High Distinction) in currently enrolled course; and approval from Course Coordinator.

Students must be concurrently enrolled in APG5849 Research Thesis A.

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Designing research

APG5084

Synopsis

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points: 6
Level: 5
Audience: Postgraduate
Type: Coursework
School: Faculty of Arts
Handbook year: 2026

Prerequisites (1)

Research thesis AAPG5849

What it unlocks

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Offerings (2)

First semesterCaulfield · ONLINE
Second semesterCaulfield · ONLINE

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