Jason Hartley is lecturer in criminology at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. He is a former police officer with 23 years of experience, and has trained personnel for deployment in Timor Leste, the Solomon Islands, Iraq and Afghanistan. Jason specializes in, and has published on engagement with Muslim communities, Indigenous Polynesian approaches to rehabilitation and reducing recidivism, and Asian Organised Crime. Jason also completed a community internship in Hebron on the West Bank.
RES505 Applied Research Methods
This unit focuses on applied research methods with a specific focus on evidenced-based research and the necessary adaptations required for in a wide range of contexts. It explores the key requirements in designing and completing a research project. The aim of the unit is to enhance a student’s ability to engage in applied research, including analysing data and presenting results. The student will develop a critical understanding of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods. These skills will be applied in the final capstone project.
RELEVANT COURSES
* Core
CREDIT POINTS
10
STUDY MODES
On campus, online, hybrid
PREREQUISITE OR CO-REQUISITE
This unit requires minimum 40 credit points to be completed
UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of applied research literature
- Demonstrate mastery of the key practices in conducting evidence-based research
- Critically analyse the strengths and weaknesses of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods
- Plan and develop an applied research proposal
- Synthesise leadership theories and practice in applied research
CONTENT
- Applied research and evidence-based research definitions and critiques
- Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research
- Ethics approvals
- Literature reviews
- Collecting and analysing data
- Developing and presenting an applied research proposal
ASSESSMENT METHODS
- Research Reflections – 20%
- Oral Presentation – 30%
- Applied Research Proposal – 50%
PRESCRIBED READING
Nil