AH05MR: Research Methods 2
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Research Methods 2
Research Methods 2
AH05MR
NFQ Level:
9
ECTS Credits:
5
Marjorie Fitzpatrick PhD. and A.N. Other
This Module Aims to help students to:
 understand qualitative research theory
 apply qualitative theories to research projects with specific focus on social policy
 select and apply the qualitative research methods where these are appropriate to
their chosen dissertation topic
 understand and argue for the suitability quantitative research methods where
these are appropriate to their chosen dissertation topic
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to
Module Learning Outcomes
(MO)
Associated Programme
Outcomes (PO)
On completion of this module it is expected that participants will
be able to:
MO1 understand qualitative research language, methodology
and design and be able to apply them
PO1 , PO 2, PO6
MO2 identify the ethical, socio-political and policy issues in
sampling and the criteria for selecting samples
PO 2, PO3, PO8
MO3 apply qualitative methods in a work / research situation
PO1, PO2,
MO4 apply quantitative methods in a work / research situation
PO1, PO2,
AH05MR: Research Methods 2
Pre-requisite Learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not
enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section
Research Methods 1
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not
enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section
Indicative Context
 qualitative research
 application of qualitative research methodology to a dissertation
 case studies
 dissertation proposal planning and selection and application of the research method most suitable to their
chosen dissertation topic
Assessment Breakdown
Practical exercise based on qualitative research methods
MO1, MO2,
Coursework Breakdown
Type
Description
Workload
Type
Lecture
Independent Learning
Library
Assignment
%
100%
Outcome
addressed
% of
Total
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Full-Time Hours per semester
Description
Lecturing input
Self-directed reading and revision
Self and tutor-directed reading of course material
Researching, structuring information, writing up
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Total Workload
AH05MR: Research Methods 2
Resources
Essential Book Resources
Bryman, Alan Social Research Methods, ISBN 978 0 19 920295 9, pp.52-58.
Crotty , M. The Foundations of Social Research – Meaning and Perspectives in the Research Process London: Sage
Publications, 1998
De Vaus D.A. Surveys in Social Research (3rd. Ed) London: UCL Press, 1994
Gerring, John, Case Study Research: Principles and Practices, ISBN 978 0 521 67656 4 (paperback edition);
Mc Niff Jean (ed. with Gerard McNamara & D. Leonard) Action Research in Ireland Dorset: September Books,
2001
Morgan D. Focus Groups as Qualitative Research, London: Sage, 1988
Morgan D. Successful Focus Groups London: Sage, 1993
Murray B. Undertaking an Evaluation Dublin: Sociological Association of Ireland, 1994
Punch, Keith F. Introduction to Social Researach: Quantative and qualitative Approaches ISBN 0 7619 4417 6 (for
the paperback version) pp. 142-150.
Yin, Robert K, Case Study Research: Design and Methods, ISBN 978 1 4129 6099 1 (paperback edition);
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