Many students fail to complete their post graduate studies with record time due to the lack of understanding research philosophies, as a result they end up repeating the year at additional costs and time. The course is designed for students who are required to conduct a research project to fulfil the requirements of their post graduate degree. Students completing this course will gain an understanding of avoiding the common potholes when conducting their research and facilitate a smooth, painless, enjoyable research project for the fulfilment of their postgraduate degree.
Course Overview
Research Philosophies
Research Project Design
Choosing a Good Research Problem
Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
Formulating Sub-problems/Hypothesis/Research Questions
Literature Review and Plagiarism
Data Collection and Interpretation
Writing Your Research Project
Referencing Styles
NQF Alignment and Credits
Level 6
20 Credits
SAQA Unit Standard 10301
Prerequisite and Duration
Grade 12
Three (3) Days
Monday to Wednesday
Assessment Strategy
30% Class Exercises
40% Mini-Research Project Practical
30% Group Presentation Practical