NE_PH_RME Research Method

NEWTON University
winter 2025
Extent and Intensity
0/1. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Alexandra Zhereb, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
Anna Plechatá Krausová, DPhil.
Centre for International Programmes – International programmes – NEWTON University
Timetable of Seminar Groups
NE_PH_RME/01: each odd Friday 13:30–15:00 PH Učebna 03, except Fri 10. 10. ; and Fri 17. 10. 13:30–15:00 PH Učebna 03, A. Zhereb
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
Course objectives
This course serves as an introduction to research methodologies in social sciences and economics, offering a comprehensive exploration of foundational principles and the critical assessment of reliable resources. Students will master the construction of literature reviews and research puzzles, developing a deep understanding of the scientific method's logic. The course provides a thorough review of both quantitative and qualitative research methods, culminating in the development and presentation of a well-structured research proposal.
Course Objectives:
Gain a comprehensive understanding of fundamental research methodologies in social sciences and economics;
Explore the importance of working with reliable resources and develop skills to critically assess, fact-check and select peer-reviewed literature for academic research;
Master the literature review: identify gaps and existing knowledge in a given research area;
Develop a solid understanding of the logic underlying the scientific method, emphasising its application in social sciences and economics;
Cultivate critical thinking skills to identify research questions, develop hypotheses, and plan adequate research methods;
Explore quantitative and qualitative research methods, understanding their strengths, limitations, and applications, and the potential of mixed-method research;
Develop research proposal presentation skills by applying the gained knowledge, demonstrating effective synthesis during the presentation of research ideas.
Syllabus
  • Introduction of research methodologies. Working with trustworthy resources.
  • Literature review, research puzzle
  • The logic of the scientific method
  • Review of quantitative methods and research methodologies
  • Review of qualitative methods and research methodologies
  • Outcome: research proposal presentation
  • As part of the subject, individual principles of working with bibliographic sources are thoroughly discussed, along with principles of citation ethics, as well as principles and guidelines for the stylistic, grammatical, and graphic processing of professional texts.
Assessment methods
Credit (pres., dist.): preparation and submission of a written presentation (in electronic form) of the student's thesis research plan, including, among other things, a proposal for research questions and/or hypotheses and methods that the student intends to use in the preparation of the thesis; subsequent feedback from teachers (also in electronic form).
Language of instruction
English
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