Research Design & IT (Sociology 3B-I)

Undergraduate
3rd Year

About this Course

Aim: To present principles and practice in carrying out social science research projects.
Content: Principles of social research methods, practice of social research, scope and practice of contemporary information technology in research. Practical sessions on data managing software.

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