SOCI 3017 - Sociological Research Project
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code SOCI 3017 Course Sociological Research Project Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 6 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites SOCI 2012 and the completion of at least 9 units in SOCI coded courses Incompatible GWSI 3017, GSSA 3017, GSSA 3018 Assumed Knowledge Broad understanding of Social Research Methods Assessment Mid-term test, Concept Proposal, Research Proposal Application. Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Nathan Manning
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Develop your own sociological research question/s and discuss how they could make a contribution to existing research in the field
2. Demonstrate a sound understanding of how to link social theory/concepts to research questions and research designs
3. Demonstrate the ability to align your research question with an appropriate research methodology/ies and methods
4. Identify relevant ethical considerations for your chosen research question and research design
5. Design and conduct a piece of pilot research relevant to your research question
6. Analyse research data using appropriate methods, evaluate and explain how this data informs the chosen research design.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2, 3, 4, 5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3, 5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
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Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
WORKLOAD – STRUCTURED LEARNING TOTAL HOURS
1 x 1 hour lectures per week 10 hours per semester
1x2 hour seminars per week 20 hours per semester
TOTAL = 30
WORKLOAD – SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING TOTAL HOURS
7.5 hours reading per week 90 hours per semester
8 hours research per week 96 hours per semester
8 hours assignment preparation per week 96 hours per semester
TOTAL = 312Learning Activities Summary
WEEKLY LECTURE TOPICS
1 Introduction: research process & design in sociology
2 Research by reading / Marxism & Critical Theory
3 Research by looking / Chicago School
4 Research by asking and listening / Black Sociology
5 Mid-term test
6 Developing research questions / post-structuralism
7 Planning your research project
8 Ethical considerations in Sociology & feminist critiques
9 Writing your application and supporting documentation
10 Drafting your project budget -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
There are three pieces of assessment in SOCI 3017:
Concept proposal 2000 words (25%)
Mid-term test (25%)
Research Proposal Application 4000 words (50%)Assessment Detail
There are three pieces of assessment in SOCI 3017:
Concept proposal 2000 words (25%)
Research Proposal Application 4000 words (50%)
Exam (25%)Submission
Most assignments will be completed/submitted electronicaly through MyUni. For essays, this also provides students with a chance to utilise Turnitin in helping them develop their referencing and writing skills. The group presentations will be undertaken in weekly seminars.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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