Details for RES402 Honours Research Methods

This subject equips students with critical skills necessary for advanced study and contribution to their field. It covers important topics from constructing a literature review to framing methodological orientations and designing research projects. Students will learn to compose effective research questions, navigate ethical considerations, and prepare a detailed research proposal.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: RES402
• Credit points: 20

Subject Coordinator

Prerequisite

Nil

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a detailed understanding of various theories and practices in the chosen discipline field;
2. Demonstrate an advanced ability to formulate a research question and outline an appropriate research plan for data collection;
3. Effectively construct a research proposal that demonstrates detailed knowledge of the chosen discipline field and the contribution of the research to this field.

Subject Content

• Constructing a literature review
• Composing a research question
• Ethical issues in research
• Framing methodological orientations
• Qualitative and quantitative approaches to research
• Working with a supervisor
• Theological implications of research
• Writing for examiners
• An approach to research design
• Submission and review processes

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face-to-Face (onsite)
• E-learning (online)
• Intensive
• Extensive

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Book Reviews (20%)
• Oral Presentation (30%)
• Research Proposal (50%)

Prescribed Text

• Mewburn, I.; Firth, K. & Lehmann, S. (2018), How to Fix Your Academic Writing Trouble: A practical guide, Open University, London.