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Certificate course in research Methodology and Academic Writing

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📚 Study Load: Part-time
📍 Program Duration: 6 Months
🌐 Medium: English | Sinhala | Tamil

📅 Application Deadline: 15th October 2024

Study load:

Part-time

Duration:

6 Months (150 Hours)

Medium :

Sinhala | English | Tamil

Credits:

10

Course Fee: (Course fee+Registration fee)

Rs. 30,000/= + Rs 2,000/=

Sri Lankan Qualifications Framework (SLQF):

1

Introduction

Introduction
The Certificate Course in Research Methodology and Academic Writingis designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of research. This course is ideal for Undergraduate & post graduate students, researchers, and professionals from various fields who aim to enhance their research skills and knowledge competancies. The course offers a structured framework for learning the essential methodologies, tools, and techniques required to design, conduct, analyze, and present research in an ethical and effective manner.

Research is a crucial component in the advancement of knowledge across disciplines. Whether in academia, industry, or government, the ability to conduct rigorous and ethical research is invaluable. This course addresses the growing need for individuals to be proficient in research methodologies, ensuring they can contribute meaningfully to their respective fields.

Overview

This certificate course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of research methodology over 150 hours of direct contact instruction. Participants will gain skills in designing, conducting, analyzing and presenting research in an ethical manner. This course is ideal for students, researchers and professionals looking to enhance their research capabilities.

objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of research methodology.
  • Collecting data and organizing data
  • Gain proficiency in data collection and analysis.
  • To provide an understanding of the basics of Statistics
  • To provide an in-depth understanding of various statistical measures
  • Develop the ability to present and report research findings effectively.

Program

Syllabus

Subject
Code
SubjectStatusCreditsDTCHSLHFHTNL
CCRM 1111Introduction to Social ResearchCCU01153550
CCRM 1121Designing a research proposalCCU01153550
CCRM  1133Sampling Methods, Data Sources and  Data CollectionCCU0345105150
CCRM 1143Techniques for Data Analysis & Document AnalysisCCU0345105150
CCRM  1152Report Writing & Academic WritingsCCU023070100
DTCH – Direct teaching contact hours SLH – No of hours self-learning FH – Field Hours TNL – Total Notional hours

• Group presentations and individual assignments are compulsory for all course units

Fees

Course FeeRegistration FeeTotal Charge
Rs. 30,000Rs. 2,000Rs. 32,000

Two installment

 

entry requirements

Passing the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination

 

For more information contact the course coordinator/s:

Mrs. Sandya SIrikumara
+94 76 894 1494
sandya@nisd.ac.lk

Mrs. Niluka Wijebandara
+94 71 568 3646
niluka@nisd.ac.lk