CSOC30030 Advanced Computational Social Science

Academic Year 2024/2025

This module provides deeper insight into key theoretical and methodological challenges of computational social science through the use of agent-based social simulation. Students will systematically explore key questions and decisions pertaining to the different phases of a simulation life cycle, from conceptualisation to validation of a computational model. Emphasizing hands-on learning, the course enables students to explore existing models and empowers them to craft their own simulations.

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Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module, students will be able to:
- Identify basic methodological features of agent-based modelling.
- Explain what problems are better suited to be studied through computer simulation.
- Manipulate code and parameters in computational models.
- Design novel computational approaches to social phenomena.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

24

Specified Learning Activities

45

Autonomous Student Learning

70

Total

139

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
- Lectures
- Task-based learning
- Project-based learning
- Group work
- Student presentations
 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Participation in Learning Activities: Continuous assessment including in- and out-of-class activities centred on: (i) the manipulation and interpretation of computer simulations and (ii) the collaborative design of a model. Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

40

No
Group Work Assignment: Group project centred on the collaborative design of an agent-based model. This assessment includes written reports and an oral presentation. Week 7, Week 11, Week 12 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

60

No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

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