Academic Catalog

PSIR505 RESEARCH METHODS FOR SOCIAL AND POLITICAL SCIENCES

Course Code:	3540505
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):	3(3-0)
ECTS Credit:	8.0
Department:	Political Science And International Relations
Language of Instruction:	English
Level of Study:	Graduate
Course Coordinator:	Assoc.Prof.Dr. HANDE SÖZER
Offered Semester:	Fall Semesters.

Course Content

This course introduces Masters students to the philosophy of social sciences as well as providing some foundations in research methods in social and political sciences. Following a survey of philosophies of social sciences and social enquiry, an introduction to quantitative research techniques and sources is explained before introducing a range of qualitative research techniques and materials. In so doing, all students will then be able to undertake an initial preparation of their thesis topic.