RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (4 SCU)

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected: identify and analyze   research problem in their field of study; apply theoretical and practical aspects of doing research individually and/or in groups; demonstrate knowledge of suitable approaches and methods in designing research projects; communicate research ideas and designs effectively in verbal and written format individually and/or in groups.

Topics:

This introductory course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with basic steps and methods in conducting research projects on a small scale. Topics covered in this course equip the students to conduct the following: problem identification, literature review, selection of research designs, data collection and data analysis, and thesis writing. At the end of semester, students are required to submit and present a group-work on research proposal by the end of the course.

Pre-requisite: None