No Certificate / Course on Audit Track
The Research Methodology course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, tools, and techniques required for conducting systematic and scientific research. The course equips learners with a solid foundation in research design, enabling them to identify research problems, formulate meaningful research questions, and select appropriate qualitative and quantitative methods.
Students will explore key concepts such as literature review, hypothesis development, sampling techniques, data collection instruments, and basic data analysis. Emphasis is placed on ethical research practices, critical evaluation of sources, and accurate interpretation of research findings. By the end of the course, learners will be able to design and conduct evidence-based research studies and effectively communicate their results in academic and professional contexts.
This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.
Source and Credits:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Learners should possess foundational knowledge of their discipline, basic skills in data interpretation and bio-statistics and the ability to engage with academic literature. Prior exposure to research or scientific writing is advantageous but not required.
This course is designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students in allied health, life sciences, and social sciences, as well as early-career researchers seeking foundational skills in research design, data collection, and scientific writing. It is also suitable for professionals aiming to enhance their competence in evidence-based practice and academic research.
Types of Research
Types of Research-Thesis proposal writing (Video)
Approximately 0.5 Hour
Intermediate
Fully Online (Asynchronous)
Self Paced
