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This course introduces students to a range of methods of sociological inquiry. These include both quantitative and qualitative research methods with a focus on life stories and survey research. The course offers students the opportunity to gain skills as social researchers. These include experience in research ethics, interviewing, analysis and survey design. By the end of the course students will have an understanding of the theoretical, practical and ethical considerations in social research. It is strongly recommended that students majoring in sociology take this course.
PLEASE NOTE: Below is the correct description for SOCI363 – NOT what is in the blue box above. This course introduces students to some qualitative methods of sociological inquiry. These include life stories and focus group research. The course offers students the opportunity to gain skills as social researchers. These include experience in research ethics, interviewing (both one-to-one and group) and analysis. By the end of the course students will have an understanding of the theoretical, practical and ethical considerations in social research.
30 points of SOCI including 15 points at 200 level; OR 30 points of SOCI or ANTH at 200 level; OR 60 points in related subjects including 30 points at 200 level with the approval of the Head of Department.
SOCI340, SOCI341
Tiina Vares
Domestic fee $1,464.00
International fee $5,950.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
This course will not be offered if fewer than 10 people apply to enrol.
For further information see Language, Social and Political Sciences .