Ethics and Applied Research Methods in Ir

Course content

The goal of this course is; to provide the students an understanding of social science research methods; to equip them with advanced research design skills. The course has three aims; an introduction to empirical political research methods; en introduction to research and publication ethics; to develop skills in the analysis, interpretation and presentation of research findings, including standards for written research reports. The course will encourage the students to develop hands on approach on: the real nature of research; the means of collecting information; to report findings.