Introduction to Social Science Research Methods

Introduction to Social Science Research Methods examines the scientific method applied to the understanding of behaviour, the recognition and posing of scientifically researchable questions, and the examination of different research designs. Students gain an interdisciplinary understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods and ethics in social science research. Students are introduced to relevant research questions, issues of interest, and how to communicate knowledge and information about their social world. This course also introduces Indigenous research methodologies.

Requisites:

  • Complete all of the following
    • Earned a minimum grade of C- (55%) in each of the following:
    • Completed at least 1 of the following:
      • CRIM101 - Introduction to Criminology (3)
      • CRIM103 - Psychological Explanations of Criminal And Deviant Behaviour (3)
      • CRIM104 - Sociological Explanations of Criminal And Deviant Behaviour (3)
      • CRIM131 - Introduction to the Criminal Justice System (3)
      • CRIM135 - Introduction to Canadian Law (3)
      • PSYC101 - Introduction to Psychology 1 (3)
      • PSYC102 - Introduction to Psychology 2 (3)
      • PSYC103 - Psychological Explanations of Criminal And Deviant Behaviour (3)
      • PSYC151 - Interpersonal Communications (3)
      • SOCI101 - Introduction to Sociology: The Individual and Society (3)
      • SOCI102 - Introduction to Sociology 2: Social Institutions (3)
    • Recommended COMP 153, STAT 106

Course Code: SOCI-210

Course Type: Social Sciences

Tuition Fees: $ 372.57

Delivery Methods: ℹ️

  • On-campus
  • Online

Credits: 3

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