GOVT055 CM - Introduction to Research Methods in Political Science

This course introduces students to the philosophy and practice of political science research. Students will learn how to identify a problem worthy of study, develop testable hypotheses, design a research strategy, gather data, analyze data, and interpret and present the results. The course focuses primarily on regression analysis, but also introduces students to the use of surveys, experiments, field methods, and case studies in political science research.

Prerequisite. GOVT 020 CM. This course is not available to students who have earned credit for any other course in statistics including: ECON 120 CM, MATH 052 CM, or PSYC 109 CM.

Offered: Every year

Credit: 1

Course Number: GOVT055 CM