Understanding Research Methodologies and Process

Course details

This module will provide you with knowledge and understanding of Research Methodologies & Process. If you have not undertaken a research module before or if you need to refresh/update your knowledge of research methodologies & process, this module will be very suitable for you.

The module is arranged in 5 sections:

Section 1: Qualitative Method - Basic Principles

• The nature of qualitative enquiry
• Research questions & design
• Selecting cases and sampling
• Methods of data collection
• Focus of qualitative data analysis

Section 2: Quantitative Method - Basic Principles

• Introducing quantitative research
• Rationale for quantification
• Sources of quantitative data
• Quantitative data analysis
• Mixing Methods

Section 3: Reading & Assessing Research

• Reading for understanding
• Assessing research
• Assessing validity

Section 4:Research Ethics

Section 5: Reviewing research literature

What is the module duration?

This module comprises of 5 workshops and blended learning through e-learning activities.