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TE191: Introduction to Research in the Social Sciences
Semester 1 and Semester 2 | Credits: 5
This module introduces you to the basic skills of reviewing literature and carrying out research. You will learn various techniques for gathering and organising research data.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and describe a broad and up-to-date general knowledge and specialised knowledge of the variety of steps involved in a research process.
- Discover the context for research within professional practice. Identify the links between theory and research method within a professional practice.
- Select and apply research skills to analyse and respond to unpredictable and complex problems arising in the profession and its reflective practice.
- Prepare evidence-based conclusions that take due account of social, disciplinary and ethical insight.
- Exercise autonomy and judgement in applying knowledge and skills in a wide variety of contexts including professional practice and study.
- Organise research activities and project through the implementation of primary research using appropriate techniques and methodologies including the development of a literature review.
- Appraise learning tasks independently, professionally and ethically.
- Write an internalised personal world-view and critique personal learning in line with the content and expected.
Assessments
- Department-based Assessment (100%)
Teachers
- PAULINE DILLON:
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- PADRAIG O SABHAIN:
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Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.