Free Research Methodology Syllabus Template

Research Methodology Syllabus

Research Methodology Course

Course Title

[COURSE TITLE]

Course Code

[COURSE CODE]

Instructor Name

[YOUR NAME]

Email

[YOUR EMAIL]

Office Hours

[OFFICE HOURS]

1. Course Description

This course aims to equip students with thorough understanding and practical application of research methodologies. It will cover various fundamental concepts and practices involved in conducting a research study.

2. Instructor Information

  • Instructor: [YOUR NAME]

  • Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]

  • Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

3. Learning Objectives

  • Understand the fundamental principles of research design and methodology

  • Develop skills for conducting original research and data analysis

  • Acquire the ability to write a comprehensive research proposal

  • Learn to critically evaluate research studies

  • Enhance presentation skills through the demonstration of research findings

4. Course Schedule

Week

Topic

Assignment

1

Introduction to Research Methodologies

None

2

Research Paradigms and Philosophical Foundations

Reading: Creswell (Ch. 2)

3

Research Designs

Reading: Creswell (Ch. 3)

4

Qualitative Research Methods

Reading: Creswell (Ch. 4)

5

Quantitative Research Methods

Reading: Creswell (Ch. 5)

6

Mixed Methods Research

Reading: Creswell (Ch. 6)

5. Required Reading and Materials

  • Creswell, J. (2018). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches. Sage Publications.

  • American Psychological Association (2019). Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). APA.

6. Assignments and Assessments

  • Weekly reading assignments from the provided textbooks and materials

  • Midterm exam covering the first half of the course topics

  • Research proposal outlining the design of your original research project

  • Presentation of research findings at the end of the course

  • Final exam covering all course topics

7. Course Policy

  • Respect for all participants in the class is expected

  • Assignments should be submitted by the due date

  • Academic honesty is strictly enforced

  • Participation in class discussions is mandatory

  • Attendance is required for complete understanding and participation

8. Grading Policy

Category

Percentage

Assignments

40%

Midterm exam

20%

Research proposal

20%

Final exam

20%

9. Disclaimer

The details and timetable that have been previously outlined are not unchangeable or fixed permanently. As such, it's important to understand that they can be subject to alterations at any moment. Consequently, the onus falls on the student to ensure that they remain informed about the continually evolving situation. In order to stay up-to-date, students are encouraged to routinely monitor for the possibility of changes or additions to the initial information and schedule that was given.

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