Research Methods & Methodologies
The course consists of 4 modules.
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Module 1: Introduction to Research Methods
Learning Objective: Understand the fundamentals of research design.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the principles of research design and data collection techniques.
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different research methods.
- Identify and select appropriate research methods based on research questions and objectives.
Module 2: Quantitative Research Methods
Learning Objective: Develop expertise in quantitative research methods.Learning Outcomes:
- Design and conduct surveys, experiments, and observational studies.
- Perform statistical analyses using various statistical techniques.
- Evaluate the validity and reliability of quantitative research findings.
- Understand ethical considerations and data privacy issues in quantitative research.
- Become proficient in using statistical software for data analysis and visualisation.
Module 3: Qualitative Research Methods
Learning Objective: Gain proficiency in qualitative research methods.Learning Outcomes:
- Design and conduct interviews, focus groups, and case studies.
- Analyse qualitative data using thematic analysis, grounded theory, and other relevant techniques.
- Assess the validity and reliability of qualitative research findings.
- Understand ethical considerations in qualitative research.
- Develop skills in using software tools for qualitative data analysis.
Module 4: Mixed Methods Research
Learning Objective: Learn how to integrate qualitative and quantitative research methods.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the principles and benefits of mixed methods research.
- Design and conduct mixed methods research projects addressing complex challenges.
- Analyse and interpret mixed methods data integrating qualitative and quantitative findings.
- Assess the quality and rigor of mixed methods research.