AGR580 Research Methods (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Agricultural and Horticultural Studies (AGHOR)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
Research Methods is an introductory subject for masters students of the Sustainable Agriculture program. Students enrolled in this subject will be enabled to implement research proposals; will acquire the basic background on analytical descriptive and inferential statistical methods and will value the opportunity of writing scientific research posters, papers and reports.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Orange |
| Distance | Orange |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: AGR580
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to distinguish the differences between descriptive and analytical thinking
be able to differentiate between the inductive and deductive paradigms of enquiry and the associated research methodologies to these two paradigms
be able to identify the integrative nature of the different components of the research process
be proficient in conducting literature reviews and setting up a research proposal
be able to acquire skills for descriptive and inferential analysis of research data
be able to publish for research purposes (eg research posters and scientific research papers and reports).
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Topic 1: Critical analysis Topic 2: Paradigms of enquiry Topic 3: The research process Topic 4: The research project Topic 5: Research publications: posters, reports and scientific papers
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.