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RESEARCH METHODS FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE
Country
UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
Host Institution
UC Center, Edinburgh
Program(s)
Intern: Scotland
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Sociology Political Science
UCEAP Course Number
114
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
RESEARCH METHODS FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE
UCEAP Transcript Title
RESRCH METH SOC SCI
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course introduces students to the process of empirical research. It covers both qualitative and quantitative research analysis and both experimental and non-experimental research strategies, including surveys, observational, case studies, and comparative historical research. The practical application of these methods in a contemporary setting is emphasized. Ethical issues are examined for human and non-human subjects. An overview of computer applications frequently used in social science data analysis is also provided.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
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Host Institution Course Title
RESEARCH METHODS FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE
Host Institution Campus
Edinburgh Study Center
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
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SPECIAL STUDY INTERNSHIP
Country
UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
Host Institution
UC Center, Edinburgh
Program(s)
Intern: Scotland,University of Edinburgh
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science International Studies Computer Science Communication Business Administration
UCEAP Course Number
187
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
SPECIAL STUDY INTERNSHIP
UCEAP Transcript Title
SP STUDY INTERNSHIP
UCEAP Quarter Units
8.00
UCEAP Semester Units
5.30
Course Description

In this internship, students work closely with their host organization for up to 12 hours per week over the course of a semester. Final assessment is comprised of a mentor evaluation, a self-evaluation/reflection, and an organizational report.

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
Host Institution Course Title
SPECIAL STUDY INTERNSHIP
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Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
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SPECIAL STUDY IN FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES
Country
UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
Host Institution
UC Center, Edinburgh
Program(s)
University of St Andrews
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Film & Media Studies
UCEAP Course Number
192
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
SPECIAL STUDY IN FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES
UCEAP Transcript Title
SPECIAL STUDY: FILM
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.70
Course Description

This is a special studies course with projects arranged between the student and faculty member. The specific topics of study vary each term and are described on a special study project form for each student. The number of units varies with the student’s project, contact hours, and method of assessment, as defined on the student’s special study project form.

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
192
Host Institution Course Title
SPECIAL STUDY IN FILM AND MEDIA STUDIES
Host Institution Campus
UC Edinburgh Study Centre
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
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SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT
Country
UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
Host Institution
UC Center, Edinburgh
Program(s)
Intern: Scotland,University of Edinburgh
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Computer Science
UCEAP Course Number
192
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT
UCEAP Transcript Title
SP STUDY: COMP SCI
UCEAP Quarter Units
2.00
UCEAP Semester Units
1.30
Course Description

This is a special studies course with projects arranged between the student and faculty member. The specific topics of study vary each term and are described on a special study project form for each student. The number of units varies with the student’s project, contact hours, and method of assessment, as defined on the student’s special study project form.

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
Host Institution Course Title
SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT
Host Institution Campus
UC Edinburgh Study Centre
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
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RESEARCH
Country
UNITED KINGDOM - SCOTLAND
Host Institution
UC Center, Edinburgh
Program(s)
University of Edinburgh
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Electrical Engineering
UCEAP Course Number
196
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
RESEARCH
UCEAP Transcript Title
RESEARCH
UCEAP Quarter Units
2.00
UCEAP Semester Units
1.30
Course Description

This is an independent research course with research arranged between the student and faculty member. The specific research topics vary each term and are described on a special project form for each student. A substantial paper is required. The number of units varies with the student’s project, contact hours, and method of assessment, as defined on the student’s special study project form.

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
Host Institution Course Title
RESEARCH
Host Institution Campus
Study Center
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
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