IR606 ETHICS AND APPLIED RESEARCH METHODS IN IR

Course Code:3140606
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 an understanding of social science research methods; to equip them with advanced research design skills. The course has three aims; an introduction to empirical political research methods; en introduction to research and publication ethics; to develop skills in the analysis, interpretation and presentation of research findings, including standards for written research reports. The course will encourage the students to develop hands on approach on: the real nature of research; the means of collecting information; to report findings.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
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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