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Social research methods

ATS2723

Synopsis

Doing social science research requires us to think conceptually, to systematically plan how we might obtain valid information relevant to the research questions we are asking, and to analyse information. Because social science research draws on people's experiences, its conduct inevitably raises ethical and political questions. In this unit, we will discuss these issues. We will also consider various qualitative and quantitative research strategies and data gathering techniques available to us when we seek to document the social world.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

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Credit points
6
Level
2
Audience
Undergraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Arts
Faculty
Sociology
Handbook year
2026

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  • Second semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS

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