This course will introduce you to key research methods in the social and natural sciences. You will learn how different theories of knowledge including the scientific method, indigenous/traditional knowledge, and personal knowledge, informs research processes.
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Level6
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Credits20
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Cost$793 NZ Domestic$2,464 NZ International
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EFTS0.1667
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Delivery typeOnline only
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Teaching weeks 16 weeks
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Workload Approximately 13 hours per week
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Prerequisites
- 15 Credits or more at Level 5 and Above.
If you need to discuss prerequisites for this course
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What you will learn
When you complete this course you will have knowledge of different research methods and be able to effectively evaluate published research papers and research processes. You will learn about:
- the characteristics of research as a way of knowing
- qualitative and quantitative research
- identifying the key elements of the research process
- distinguishing between specific research methods
- selecting justifying an appropriate research method
- evaluating published research against general criteria and criteria specific to the approach and method used.
Entry requirements
You need to have completed one Level 5 course at any recognised tertiary provider.
Assessment
This course is 100% internally assessed,
Computer requirements
You need to have access to a computer or device, reliable internet and email.
Textbooks
No textbooks are needed for this course.
Computer and internet requirements
To complete this course you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.
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How to enrol
Before enrolling in this course you need to:
- choose the qualification you will study the course under
- check the order that courses in the qualification should be studied in the Qualification Structure table. This is in the Choose courses and apply tab on the qualification page.
Work towards
You can do this course as part of these qualifications:
Certificate of Proficiency
Diploma
Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor of Applied Science (OP701001)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Communication and Environment) (OP701007)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Communication and Psychology) (OP701029)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Communication) (OP701002)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Environment) (OP701003)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) (OP701026)
- Bachelor of Library and Information Studies (OP7040)
- Bachelor of Social Health and Wellbeing (Disability) (OP780002)
- Bachelor of Social Health and Wellbeing (Mental Health and Addictions) (OP780001)
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Diploma
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