The subject Introduction to Social Research Techniques does not require specific requirements, although a control of the sociological paradigms previously studied in the Degree helps the understanding of the subject.

Competences and skills to pose and develop an applied research in different areas of society. In depth knowledge of social sciences methodology and specifically of advanced qualitative research methods. Competence to choose quantitative or qualitative research methods according to the social phenomena to analyze. Students will learn to use observational methods in its different ways, in depth surveys, life histories and focus groups. They will become acquainted with specific software for qualitative data analysis, from a mechanical and analytical way.

K2: To know of basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile. K5: To know the basic components of cultural differences and social inequalities. K6: Know and value the economic, temporal and human resources available for sociological research. K8: Identify the objectives of social and political analysis as well as the populations subject to social research K9: Understand and synthesize the plurality of approaches and concepts of the subdisciplines linked to sociology. S1: To know of basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile. S2: Use information interpreting relevant data avoiding plagiarism, and in accordance with the academic and professional conventions of the area of study, being able to assess the reliability and quality of such information. S3: Identify and apply interpersonal skills on responsibility, negotiation and emotional intelligence. S4: Demonstrate good communication and ability to work in multidisciplinary and international environments. S5: Develop personal autonomy in the work and professional sphere in order to identify one's own learning needs. S6: Compose and write speeches following a logical order, providing accurate information and in accordance with the different established standards. S7: Apply the knowledge acquired to identify the sociological perspective in the analysis of social, political and economic processes. S8: Know the tools and instruments of application in the field of sociological analysis in the company S9: Be able to formulate, debate and defend critical reasoning, using precise terminology of the discipline and methodologies of the discipline. S10: Be able to manage, identify, gather and interpret relevant information on the economic, political and social field of teaching and research. S11: Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research techniques, and the ability to discern the most appropriate ones to apply in the specific field of the discipline. C1: Know and be able to handle interpersonal skills on initiative, responsibility, conflict resolution, negotiation, etc., which are required in a professional environment. C2: Know and apply sampling and field work techniques for the different fields of sociological research

LESSON 1. THE DEVELOPMENT OF QUALITATIVE RESEARCH LESSON 2. OBSERVATION METHODS LESSON 3. DESIGN IN CONVERSATIONAL METHODS LESSON 4. IN DEPTH INTERVIEWS LESSON 5. DISCUSSION GROUPS

Weekly lectures on line according to syllabus and weekly presencial classes with different types of practical exercises : individual and in groups, written and oral or both, based on thinking and reading as well as in the observation and analysis of data. Students will work transversal competences as well as analitical, organizational and planning capacities. They will also develop their skills in information management and team work.