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About the Course

This MOOC is about demystifying research and research methods. It will outline the fundamentals of doing research, aimed primarily, but not exclusively, at the postgraduate level. It places the student experience at the centre of our endeavours by engaging learners in a range of robust and challenging discussions and exercises befitting SOAS, University of London's status as a research-intensive university and its rich research heritage. The course will appeal to those of you who require an understanding of research approaches and skills, and importantly an ability to deploy them in your studies or in your professional lives. In particular, this course will aid those of you who have to conduct research as part of your postgraduate studies but do not perhaps have access to research methods courses, or for those of you who feel you would like additional support for self-improvement. No prior knowledge or experience in research is required to take this course and as such, the course is for everyone. This MOOC draws on a wealth of existing course material developed to support research training across SOAS, University of London and particularly drawing from the Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy (CISD). In 2015, the course was nominated for the prestigious Guardian University Award for its innovative approach to online learning. Participation in or completion of this online course will not confer academic credit for University of London programmes...

Top reviews

MA

Sep 13, 2019

It was a perfect course for understanding the research methods. It helps me a lot, thanks to the University of London and Coursera for providing this opportunity to enhance our Knowledge in research.

RP

May 1, 2020

The course was very simple and easily understandable. The assignments were very interesting. The peer review activity provided scope to learn from the others too. It was a great learning experience.

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By Aimbetova I O

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Feb 28, 2021

excellent course. finally found the time to read Crosswell's books

By Saugata P

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Jan 26, 2021

Good interactive process, I like the e-tivity concept of learning.

By MD. R R

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Jul 10, 2020

This course was really great! I have learned a lot from this MOOC.

By Oshilaru T E

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Jun 22, 2020

A good program. I really enjoyed it. Thank you very much for this.

By Chetan T

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Jun 22, 2020

Understanding the research in business methodologies help managers

By Tefy

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May 31, 2020

Great option to obtain essential information about research method

By prasun b

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May 6, 2020

Standalone course to gain the skill to develop a research project.

By Emmanuel C O

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Mar 31, 2020

Great Course...

The video interviews were the icing on the cake...

By Luisina O

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Mar 6, 2020

It was very good, neat, concise, easy to read and very interesting

By Azgard S

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Oct 19, 2018

Fue muy interesante aprender los fundamentos para la investigación

By Ismael V

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Jul 4, 2017

Was a excellente course, the structure is very organized and clear

By Khaliq F

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Mar 4, 2025

It was an good course and helped me to understand about research.

By Hafeez U R

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Feb 3, 2025

Thank you to the University of London for this great Opportunity.

By npsapkal

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Aug 2, 2020

This course is really helpful before starting a research project.

By Dr R R

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Jul 27, 2020

A very good platform to learn through interactions with the peers

By Lorelie A M

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Jun 1, 2020

It is a great course and I have learned a lot. Thank you so much.

By Kakali D S

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Mar 7, 2020

i absolutely enjoyed the course. Its designed in a unique manner.

By Kshitiz R

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Aug 17, 2022

Very detailed, yet easily understandable and beneficial course.

By Anura W

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Feb 24, 2022

Very well structured program. had a hard time with peer reviews.

By Akira S

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Feb 2, 2022

It is really useful and I hope it will help me to improve myself

By Nirav N

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Sep 5, 2020

This course is really awesome. Got a basic ideas about research.

By PRIYANKA R

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Jul 12, 2020

Very clearly explained able to learn more about research methods

By Kim A

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May 27, 2020

Excellent course describing the aspects of research methodology!

By OviNiter

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Apr 10, 2020

Thank you, sir and mam, to give e an opportunity on this course.

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Jun 27, 2016

This was a wonderful course, I would definitely take this again.