Carleton University · PSCI 2701

How to Do Research in Political Science

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

This course focuses on key elements of the research process, including how to ask questions and find answers using ethically informed research design. Students learn to develop a research proposal, and how to critically analyze and write evidence-informed arguments.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.
  • Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
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This course focuses on key elements of the research process, including how to ask questions and find answers using ethically informed research design. Students learn to develop a research proposal, and how to critically analyze and write evidence-informed arguments.

  • Prerequisite(s): second-year standing.
  • Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.

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