Social Science Method and Knowledge Development
In the course social science method and knowledge development, the student develops an understanding of and application of various sources of knowledge in research work and fields of practice. The course provides a broad introduction to social science methods, and the student is trained in generating findings, interpreting and applying knowledge from various sources. The teaching is varied, and consists of lectures, seminars in groups and practical exercises in literature search and the application of knowledge. The course is common to the Bachelors Degree in Child Protection and Child Welfare and Bachelors Degree in Social Work.
The course language is Norwegian. A complete course description is available in Norwegian.
Mandatory participation: minimum attendance at 80% of parts of the lectures.
Work requirements: oral group presentation
Home exam: individual examination over a 1 week period
The course language is Norwegian. A complete course description is available in Norwegian.
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
ME118S - Introduction to research methods in social sciences - 10 credits
ME119S - Introductory Courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in Social Science - 10 credits