Module Details
Module Code: |
RECH C3402 |
Module Title:
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Social Research Studies
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Title:
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Social Research Studies
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eileen Doyle
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Module Author:: |
Morgan OBrien
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Module Description: |
To introduce students to the principles of research design and practice.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of research methodologies, methods, and sampling. D1: P18, P19; D3: P5, P9; D5: P5, P17 |
LO2 |
Demonstrate an understanding of potential ethical issues in social research and how these are addressed in research practice. D1: P13, P17, P19; D2: P6; D5: P17 |
LO3 |
Demonstrate an understanding of ‘quality’ in research and how to assess existing evidence. D1: P19; D2: P7; D3: P9; D4: P3; D5: P5 |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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9702 |
RECH C1402 |
Communications, Research and Study Skills |
9868 |
RECH C3402 |
Social Research Studies |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Research Questions
Identifying & Developing Research Objectives, Aims, and Questions
D1: P18, P19; D3: P5, P9; D5: P5, P17
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Developing the Research Context
Literature Reviews; Assessing Quality in Research D1: P19; D2: P7; D3: P9; D4: P3; D5: P5
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Ethics in Social Research
Ethical practice in social research; Policies on ethics for researchers (e.g. GDPR, HRB); Procedures in ethical research
D1: P13, P17, P19; D2: P6; D5: P17
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Sampling in Social Research
Probability & Non-Probability Sampling Techniques D1: P18, P19; D3: P5, P9; D5: P5, P17
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Quantitative Research
Principles of Quantitative Research; Design, Implementation, and Analysis of Quantitative Research Methods D1: P18, P19; D3: P5, P9; D5: P5, P17
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Qualitative Research
Principles of Qualitative Research; Design, Implementation, and Analysis of Qualitative Research Methods D1: P18, P19; D3: P5, P9; D5: P5, P17
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Mixed Method/Methodology Research
Principles of Mixed Method/Methodology Research; Design, Implementation, and Analysis of Mixed Method/Methodology Research D1: P18, P19; D3: P5, P9; D5: P5, P17
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 25.00% |
Project | 75.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lectures will address substantive topics relating to Learning Outcomes 1-3 - D1: P13, P17, P18, P19; D2: P6, P7; D3: P5, P9; D4: P3; D5: P5, P17 |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
24 |
Tutorial |
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Contact |
Tutorials will complement lecture content with a focus on readings and relevant examples for discussion -D1: P13, P17, P18, P19; D2: P6, P7; D3: P5, P9; D4: P3; D5: P5, P17 |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Learning activities, such as assigned readings available on VLE - D1: P13, P17, P18, P19; D2: P6, P7; D3: P5, P9; D4: P3; D5: P5, P17 |
12 Weeks per Stage |
7.42 |
89 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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John W. Creswell,J. David Creswell. (2018), Research Design, 5th. SAGE Publications, Incorporated, p.304, [ISBN: 1506386709].
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Martyn Denscombe. The Good Research Guide, 5th. [ISBN: 0335226868].
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Kumar R. (2014), Research Methodology. A step by step guide for beginners, 4th. Sage, London, [ISBN: 9781446269961].
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Keith F Punch. (2013), Introduction to Social Research, SAGE Publications Limited, p.408, [ISBN: 9781446240939].
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Journal of Social Science Research.
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International Journal of Sociology and
Social Policy.
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