Researching Policy and Society - SPY00036I
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
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| A | Semester 2 2025-26 |
Module aims
This module aims to develop your understanding of how social research is undertaken and its role in social and public policy making. The module will equip you to critique published research and gain hands-on experience at researching a policy problem.
Module learning outcomes
Module Learning Outcomes
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To gain an understanding of the use and relevance of social research for social and public policy
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To be able to understand and critique published research
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To be aware of the ethics and politics of carrying out social research
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To develop quantitative and qualitative research skills
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Module feedback
Feedback will be given in accordance with the University Policy on feedback in the Guide to Assessment as well as in line with the School policy.
Indicative reading
Bryman, A (2015) Social Research Methods, Oxford University Press
Boaz, A., Davies, H., Fraser, A. and Nutley, S. (2019) What works now?: evidence informed policy and practice, Policy Press.
Majchrzah, A & Markus, L (2014) (2nd edition) Methods for policy research : taking socially responsible action, Sage Publications Ltd.
Stoker, Gerry ; Evans, Mark (2017) Evidence-based policy making in the social sciences : methods that matter, Policy