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Research Methods & Analysis
Research Methods & Analysis
Research Methods & Analysis
The Research Methods & Analysis track focuses on cultivating the analytical, conceptual and data analysis skills necessary for making sense of policy issues and public opinion.
In an increasingly data-driven society, graduates with high-end analytical and software skills are in demand. This track has two components that fit with SFU's strategic research clusters: Big Data and Community-Engaged Research.
Recommended Courses:
Lower Division Courses:
POL 100, POL 200, POL 201, POL 210
Upper Division (300-level) Courses:
POL 311, POL 312, POL 314Q, POL 315Q, POL 318
Upper Division (400-level) Courses:
POL 426WQ, POL 434WQ, POL 490, POL 497, POL 499
Potential careers:
- Academia
- Data Analysis
- Opinion Polling
- Data Journalism
- Consulting