ADPS 1153 Research Methods for the Social Sciences

Name: Research Methods for the Social Sciences
Rating: 3.97 (66 reviews)

This introductory course in research methodology examines issues underlying research from a theoretical and practical point of view. It explores the basic concepts and problems encountered in designing and conducting research and develops the practice of critically thinking about resources located in the research process. Focus is on the tenets of sound research practice to enable students to make reasonable judgments about research read and undertaken.

Course overview

Department: Advancing Studies
School: ADV
Credits: 4
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Every Fall

Requirements fulfilled

No source-backed degree requirement is attached to this course yet.

Official evaluation summary

3.97 / 5

Based on 66 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Samuel Hay
Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 · Official rating 4.41/5

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