Does a Methods of Social Research sociology class include math?

Has anyone ever taken this kind of class, and does it require math knowledge such as statistics,etc? I can't tell from what my university says about it (just that it discusses qualitative and quantitative approaches) and I'm trying to make sure that I have the background for this class before I get into it.

Does a Methods of Social Research sociology class include math?
It depends on how your university teaches the course. Often departments have a general methods of social research class that involves learning about techniques of social research but not actually doing any research/math. Some courses do involve statistics, but the statistics are often basic enough for you to not need any prior knowledge. It is difficult to say since every department is different.


I recommend emailing a professor or graduate student from the sociology department.


Good luck!
Reply:I took it in college. Statistics was a prerequisite for me. Math used was minimal, but you will need basic statistical knowledge.
Reply:Quantitative means numbers, statistics and math. Unless it lists prereqs you should be fine -- the course will give you what you need to know to do the work.





If you do find that you're struggling with it, you can always ask for a math tutor.





Statistics looks far worse than it is, but the math needed for a Psych stats or Social Research course is pretty basic.
Reply:I took a research and methods class too. We discussed the different types of research and findings, but we never had to come up with our own stats. Thats in another class for my thesis. But I would sign up for it, because if you need it, you need it and there wouldnt be any point in paying for a math class that may not be needed when a simple couple questions to your teacher would be able to answer them. Thats the whole point in going to these classes is to learn. I dont think a math class would help in this situation. If it were me, I would sign up for the class and roll with it... and I am very, very anal retentive on my grades. Take it and ask questions if you need to, thats the point of being in class. Good luck.
Reply:Yes, you have to know stats to apply them in a research methods class and you should check the course listings for pre- or co-requisites. In research methods you'll be given datasets and you'll need to know which stats methods to apply and then be able to write up your results.