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Department of International Relations · ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
In Research Design and Methods, students will be exposed to key contentions and state of knowledge on doing research in the fields of international relations, diplomacy, and peace and conflict. The course aims to equip students with the theoretical, methodological and normative toolkits for formulating good research questions, practicing methodological creativity and in crafting research designs with integrity. The course is structured into three main parts beginning with lessons on the development of a research project, literature review and research significance. It then examines a range of toolkits researchers use in finding answers to their research questions. The remainder of the course examines ways of applying IR research within and beyond the academic environment as well as for a range of academic, policy and practitioner audience.
Reading Review
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 5
Research Ethics Brief
Learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5
Research Proposal
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Participation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Approximately 130 hours comprising seminars as well as associated preparation, independent study, and assessment time. Please note this is a general guide, averaged over the semester and the final hours ultimately depend on the individual's ability in reading and writing. Other Information The course is conducted through seminars with an emphasis on interactive teaching aimed at engaging all students in active participation.
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