University of Portland Bulletin 2024-2025

SW 214 Research Methods: Design

This course introduces students to the power of social science research by learning how social scientists make observations, collect data to answer research questions, and prepare reports. Students will learn the epistemology of social science, the basics of research design, measurement, and different methods of qualitative and quantitative observation.

Cross Listed Courses

SOC 214

Prerequisite

MTH 161 and SW 101 or SOC 101, or instructor permission
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