James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2002

CO4901:04

Research Methodology (Honours)

Townsville

HECS Band 2

40 hours seminars. Offered as required.

Staff: Ms P Allingham.

A basic introduction to the methodology of scientific research.

Learning Objectives:

1. describe different perspectives for the development of scientific knowledge;
2. describe the nature of research and the research process;
3. demonstrate an ability to set up researchable questions and to choose an appropriate research method;
4. demonstrate an ability to use various statistical techniques to analyse research data;
5. demonstrate an ability to write a research proposal;
6. demonstrate an ability to understand and evaluate research articles.

Assessment by assignments (45%); research proposal (40%); seminar participation (15%).