This course offers an introduction to the research approaches and methods used in linguistics, applied linguistics and other areas of research concerned with diverse linguistic and sociocultural phenomena. Key questions for emerging researchers are examined, including: (1) what counts as knowledge-building and evidence within different approaches to research, (2) what tools and techniques are available for researchers interested in linguistic and cultural practices, and (3) how to carry out research ethically. Students will explore a range of predominantly qualitative approaches, methods and techniques, such as ethnography, co-design, mixed methods, interviews, surveys and discourse analysis, through critical reflection on studies that have employed the methods in focus. Students will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a personal research interest. Material submitted for assessment in this course may be incorporated into a student’s thesis.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- understand and apply established research approaches and techniques to identify, describe, analyse and explain linguistic and cultural phenomena;
- critically evaluate studies which use qualitative research methodologies and techniques;
- identify and synthesise relevant literature and other information sources to identify research gaps;
- understand the role of the researcher in relation to research topics and research participants;
- communicate effectively about research aims, methods and processes to academic and general audiences.
Indicative Assessment
- Engagement tasks (e.g., quizzes, forums, interactive activities) (10) [LO 1,2,4,5]
- Qualitative data analysis task (6 unit course - 1200 words; 12 unit course - 2000 words) (20) [LO 1,3,4,5]
- Critical evaluation of research literature (6 unit course - 1200 words; 12 unit course - 3000 words) (20) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Research proposal or small study and oral presentation ( 6 unit course - 1500 word paper and 10-min presentation) ( 12 unit course - 3000 word paper and 10-min presentation) (50) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
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Workload
6-unit course: 130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 36 hours of contact comprising lectures, tutorials, workshops or practical laboratories
b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
12-unit course: 260 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 36 hours of contact comprising lectures, tutorials, workshops or practical laboratories
b) 224 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
Not applicable
Assumed Knowledge
Completion of a cognate major.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 to 12 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
| 7.00 | 0.14583 |
| 8.00 | 0.16667 |
| 9.00 | 0.18750 |
| 10.00 | 0.20833 |
| 11.00 | 0.22917 |
| 12.00 | 0.25000 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $660 per unit |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $850 per unit |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4393 | 20 Feb 2023 | 27 Feb 2023 | 31 Mar 2023 | 26 May 2023 | In Person | View |
