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2010 Course Handbook

HGEO807: Research Methods in Human Geography

This unit explores methods used by human geographers adopting a social science orientation in their research. The unit presents an overview of planning a research project, explores ethical issues in research and considers a range of methodologies available (qualitative and quantitative) including data analysis, interpretation and presentation.

Credit Points:4
Contact Hours:--
When Offered: D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year
X1 - External study; Offered in the first half-year (On Campus session: No session)
Staff Contact: Professor Richard Howitt, Dr Donna Houston
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Unit Designations: --
Assessed As: Graded
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Department of Environment and Geography


Faculty of Science