Introduction to Research Design and Qualitative Research
Sociology · 2 hrs Lecture | 2 hrs Lab
Offered: Every Year
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SOC-2126 prerequisites
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Taking SOC-2126 is a prerequisite for 7 courses directly.
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Required by 7 programs:
Counts toward 11 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:
- CJ 3-YEAR BA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
- CJ 4 YEAR BA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
- CJ HONOURS BA IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
- CRS 3-YEAR BA IN CONFLICT RESOLUTION STUDIES
- CRS 4-YEAR BA IN CONFLICT RESOLUTION STUDIES
- DEV 3-YEAR BA IN DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES (STREAM A: INDIVIDUAL HUMAN DEVELOPMENT)
- DEV 3-YEAR BA IN DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES (STREAM B: COMPARATIVE BIOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT)
- HR 3-YEAR BA IN HUMAN RIGHTS
- HR 4-YEAR BA IN HUMAN RIGHTS
- IDS 3-YEAR BA IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
- IDS 4-YEAR BA IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
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Description
This course is an introduction to the principles and techniques of social science research. Areas of discussion involve the major methodological questions in the field, such as the relationship between empirical research and theory construction and the other factors that influence basic research processes. Included will be an introduction to the principles and design of qualitative research. Lab work is included to develop computer skills for use in research. This course is required for all honours and majors students.
Requisite courses
SOC-1100(3) or the former SOC-1101(6), or KIN-1101(3), or CJ-1002(3), or the former CJ-1101(6) [prerequisite(s)]; SOC-2126L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.