What is Ethnomethodology? Key principles and ideas from Harold Garfinkel
Ethnomethodology. What’s it all about?! Keep reading to learn more!
Exploring Opportunities Beyond Academia: A Guide for Social Science Graduates
Finishing your social sciences postgrad journey? Want to explore some options outside of academia? Read on …
What is feminism? An introduction to three core feminist ideas
Curious about feminism but not sure exactly what it is? Then check out this special blogpost, written for International Women’s Day 2023, in which I explain the three core principles of feminism.
My dissertation supervisor is ignoring me!
If your dissertation supervisor is ignoring you, or taking an age to respond, try one - or both - of my top two tips!
What if my dissertation has already been done?
If someone else has already done a dissertation on your topic, does it mean you have to choose something else? No, it certainly doesn’t!
Four reasons why you should consider a literature-based dissertation
Literature based dissertations can be a great alternative to research-based dissertations. In this blogpost, I explain four key reasons why.
Reflexivity in qualitative research dissertations
What is reflexivity? How can you be reflexive in your qualitative dissertation?
Structure and Agency explained - Theory for postgraduate social science students
What does ‘structure and agency’ actually mean? Are they opposites? Are they linked? I answer these questions - and more - in this blogpost!
Ideology explained - through ham & cheese sandwiches and running!
What is ideology all about? In this blogpost, I explain the core components of ideology - worldview, desire for action and power.
Postgrad struggling with theory? Here’s a relatable analogy to get your theory brain in gear!
Theory can be tough - especially for postgrads returning to university after a big gap - but it’s not impossible!
“Critically consider the value of a zemiological approach to poverty.” How to structure an assignment - Example essay.
Learn how to structure an assignment using this example question, “Critically consider the value of a zemiological approach to poverty.”
Critical Thinking and Analysis - with an Egg and Cheese McMuffin
Master critical thinking and critical analysis by beginning with everyday life things - like an Egg & Cheese McMuffin!
“How many theories should I include?” Wrong question!
“How many theories should I include in my assignment?”. It’s a common question, but it’s not the right one to be asking!
“I don’t understand theory!” Social Science Theory Explained Through Trees!
In this blogpost, I explain the tree analogy for understanding social science theory. Keep reading, all will become clear!
“I don’t understand theory!”
Learning about theory and how to bring it into critical analysis is the key to unlocking higher grades. In this blogpost, I share three tips on how to get started.
I don’t know what to do after university!
Don’t know what you want to do after university or college? Don’t panic! In this post, I explain how journaling can help you identify jobs and professions that are aligned with your values.