Research Design and Quantitative Methods

The purpose of the Research Design and Quantitative Methods (RDQM) is to introduce the students the fundamental principles of academic research. Intended for students in the social sciences and the humanities field, this course will serve as an introductory overview of important principles of quantitative analysis. Students will learn how to formulate and appreciate quantitative research, and to design their own research projects. Students who successfully complete the course will understand how to handle everyday tasks such as interpreting statistics and understanding political opinion polls, and they will learn how to take a critical approach to using quantitative data. Students will not only learn about the core methodological concepts and procedures used in empirical research, but also contemplate on the ethical implications and consequences involved in research.