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Overview

This course examines the use of and reliance upon research and expert opinion in policy making, in the context of the pressure for 'evidence-based' policy and contestability of advice. You will explore issues around reliability and validity of research and develop skills in assessing the quality and relevance of evidence … For more content click the Read More button below.

Conditions for Enrolment

Prerequisite: 36 units of credit overall, including SOSS/SRAP1001

Delivery

In-person -

Multimodal - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

Course Outline

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Fees

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