Credits: 15 Semester: 2
Module Convenor: Dr Sharri Plonski
Description: This module is designed with two core goals in mind: On one hand, to introduce students to qualitative methods in the design and production of research in politics and international relations. On the other, to develop a critical toolbox for engaging and challenging methods as a form of colonial epistemological practice bound up with historical and contemporary modes of domination and erasure. Through a range of relevant topics, students will reflect on dominant knowledge systems and structures, practice 'doing' qualitative research, and develop the skills to design their own research projects.
Assessment: Item 1: 50% Methods Portfolio (2000 words) Item 2: 50% Research Project Assignment (3000 words) Level: 5