From Postgraduate to Social Scientist: A Guide to Key SkillsNigel Gilbert, G. Nigel Gilbert From Postgraduate to Social Scientist is essential reading for any postgraduate or new researcher who is interested in a career in the social sciences. The book describes the skills needed for success in moving from being a student to becoming an academic or professional social scientist. Written by experts in the field, Gilbert et al., this book offers a unique insider's view of how to make the transition. By adopting a clear and accessible approach, this book encourages students embarking on the journey towards becoming a social scientist to engage with every aspect of the process. |
Contents
Using the Internet 25 | 25 |
Research Ethics | 43 |
Developing and Writing a Research Proposal | 59 |
Project Management | 82 |
Intellectual Property | 101 |
Writing Dissertations Theses and Reports | 128 |
Writing Articles Books and Presentations | 149 |
Those Who Can ? Teaching as a Postgraduate | 171 |
What Next? Career Paths | 186 |
Glossary | 211 |
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