IR535 ETHICS AND RESEARCH METHODS IN IR

Course Code:3140535
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (0.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:International Relations
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
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Offered Semester:Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

The goal of this course is; to provide the students with a general understanding of social science research methods; to equip then with basic research design skills. The course has three aims; an introduction to empirical political research methods; an introduction to research and publication ethics; to develop skills in the analysis; interpretation an presentation of research findings, including standards fro written research reports. The course will encourage the students to develop awareness on: the real nature of research; the means of collecting information; to report findings.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
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1To enhance and deepen the scholarly knowledge in the discipline of International Relations
2To establish connections between different disciplines of social sciences
3To view social and international developments from a holistic perspective
4To establish advanced-level oral and written communication skills in both academic and practical spheres of life
5To produce original ideas by developing habits of inquiry
6To obtain high-level research skills and ethics
7To have social sensitivity and moral responsibility
8To be able to express ideas and prepare effective presentations in academic and professional platforms
9To contribute to the scientific literature

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