Research Methods for the Social Sciences, Certificate
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- Certificate Program / certificate
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- Department of Sociology
Program Contact
- Lia Chervenak Wiley, Ph.D.
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Professor of Instruction
(330) 972-7481
Overview
The Certificate in Research Methods for the Social Sciences develops the ability to design studies, analyze data, and communicate results effectively. Through courses in qualitative, quantitative, and applied methods, you’ll gain evidence-based research skills valued across disciplines. This 15-credit program complements any major and prepares you for careers or graduate study where research and analysis are essential.
Admissions Requirements
Students must meet admission requirements to the University of Akron.
Career Outcomes
Earning the Certificate in Research Methods for the Social Sciences prepares you to design studies, analyze data, and communicate findings that support evidence-based decisions. These skills apply across industries where understanding people, organizations, and communities matter, giving you both broad and specialized research training that strengthens any major and opens doors to diverse career paths.