Sociology Postgraduate Coursework Programs
each person involved in the Master of Applied Social Research shares a common interest and sense of commitment to the field. The teachers offer an exceptional level of support and experience and provide you with opportunities to work independently or in a team. This flexibility fosters a friendly and comfortable environment to work in. Furthermore, the combination of theoretical work and fieldwork equips you with a high level of knowledge and experience in the area of social research.
- Joanna, student in the MA (Applied Social Research)
- Master of Applied Social Research
- Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Social Research
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Social Research
- Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Research)
In today's information society we are constantly exposed to 'research findings'. Each day when we read the newspapers or listen to the television news we are told, 'Research shows that', or 'According to a recent study', or 'Studies generally agree that'. It is essential to have a certain degree of 'research literacy' to be able to understand the flood of 'facts' we are exposed to on a daily basis. Postgraduate study in applied social research aims to provide an understanding of the particular strengths and weaknesses of various research approaches and methodologies so we can make a critical and informed assessment of research findings. Research now plays a vital role in the shaping of community and governmental policies. Applied social research is the application of the analytical and strategic tools of the social sciences to the social, political and economic policy issues in today's societies. In this way applied social research aims to develop a practical understanding of the design, execution and evaluation of social research projects which focus on immediate problems and their resolution.
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