SS5104 Quantitative Research in Social Science
SCOTCAT credits: | 15 |
Academic year(s): | 2017/8 |
Level: | SCQF Level 11 |
Semester: | 1 |
Planned timetable: | 1.00 - 5.00 pm Mon |
This module provides a user-friendly introduction to the fundamental concepts of quantitative analysis. It will cover underlying principles, terminology, research design, sampling strategies, uncertainty and missing data, computerised data management and univariate and multivariate approaches to data analysis. The assessment will be in the form of practical tasks completed in class and/or independently.
Place in programme(s) and relationship to other modules
Postgraduate
Compulsory for MRes in Human Geography / Sustainable Development Compulsory for MSc Psychology (Conversion). Compulsory for Research Methods in Psychology (MSc) Compulsory for various other MRes Programmes.
Optional for Sustainable Development (MSc), Sustainable Development and Environmental Economics (MSc) Optional for various other MRes Programmes
Learning and teaching methods and delivery
Weekly contact: | 3-hour combined lecture and practical session. |
Assessment pattern
Postgraduate Assessment : | Coursework = 100% |
Personnel
Module coordinator: | Dr M Kesby |
Module teaching staff: | Dr J Ales |