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Research paper 753


 
Module code SOC 753
Qualification Postgraduate
Faculty Faculty of Humanities
Module content

In this module students are expected to produce a research paper under weekly supervision. In the first instance, the paper ought to demonstrate a student’s ability to conduct empirical research. However, with the necessary permission a student may also base the paper on the analysis of secondary data or draw on archival and/or documentary sources. The research paper needs to demonstrate students’ understanding of and competence in all aspects of the research process, including making an argument, writing a report, analysing data, integrating research findings with the literature, and research ethics. Students who are registered for the BSocSciHons (Gender Studies) or BSocSciHons (Industrial Sociology and Labour Studies) need to ensure that the topic of their research paper aligns to the degree focus. 

Module credits 30.00
NQF Level 08
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Sociology
Period of presentation Year

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