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Research Methods in Social Sciences (SZF_203)

About Study Course

Department: Faculty of Social Sciences
ECTS:6
Course supervisor:Ieva Saukuma
Study type:Part-Time, Full time, Distance
Course level:Bachelor
Target audience:Business Management; Communication Science; Information and Communication Science; Juridical Science; Law; Management Science; Marketing and Advertising; Political Science; Rehabilitation; Social Anthropology; Social Welfare and Social Work; Sociology
Language:Latvian, English
Study course description Full description, Part-Time, Full time, Distance
Branch of science:Sociology and social work

Objective

The course aims to develop students’ comprehensive understanding of the nature and principles of social research, including research design, the key stages of the research process, and the principal methodological approaches used in the social sciences. Throughout the course, students acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research designs. Particular attention is devoted to sampling strategies, data collection, data processing, and data analysis. The course further strengthens students’ competencies in selecting and applying appropriate social research methods for the investigation and analysis of specific societal issues and problems.

Prerequisites

For participation in the course requires competencies in information analysis and critical evaluation. Students are expected to possess basic computer literacy necessary for working with data processing and analysis software. Proficiency in English is required for engaging with research reports and academic publications, as well as for understanding and applying research terminology in English within the field of social research.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

1.Understand the nature of social research, know the progress and principles of study planning

Skills

1.Understands the fundamental principles of research data analysis and interpretation and is able to critically evaluate research results

Competence

1.Selects a study design appropriate to the situation/problem

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2026, Spring semester
Study programmeStudy semesterProgram levelStudy course categoryLecturersSchedule
Multimedia Communication2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
International Marketing and Advertising2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
Public Relations2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
International Business and Sustainable Economy2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
International Relations - European Studies2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
Law Science2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
Law Science2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
Law Science2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
Journalism2BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
Multimedia Communication4BachelorRequiredIeva Saukuma, Laura Bitiniece, Toms Rātfelders, Diāna Kiščenko, Kristīne Rolle, Jānis Šabanovs, Silva Seņkāne, Evija Nagle, Andris Saulītis, Kitija Kalsnava, Anda Rožukalne, Artūrs Bikovs, Alise Krūmiņa, Karlīna Grīviņa, Kristīne Blumfelde-Rutka, Dina Bite, Lelde Metla-Rozentāle
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