Social Research Design and Evaluation (SOCI90005)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject examines various social research design and evaluation approaches to the study of social interaction. Students will critically examine the utility of, and theoretical underpinnings behind advanced methods of collecting, analysing and writing up social research. The subject will also analyse the relationship between policy evaluation and social research, notably in the context of debates around evidence based policy.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a sound understanding of the processes of social research, including the ethical dimensions of conducting research
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of common methodological approaches (quantitative and qualitative) and how they may be combined in research designs
  • Demonstrate an understanding of different approaches to policy and program evaluation.

Generic skills

Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:

  • Apply research skills and critical methods to a field of inquiry
  • Develop persuasive arguments on a given topic
  • Communicate oral and written arguments and ideas effectively and articulately.

Last updated: 4 March 2025