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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 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 TANDIN Y

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Nov 13, 2024

it is a beneficial course related to market research

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May 2, 2021

It was a nice experience while learning this course.

By rohit r

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Feb 16, 2021

very easy to complete and a really good explanation.

By Gabriel H P

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Feb 2, 2021

Very good and insightful course, highly recommend it

By Sue G D

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Oct 19, 2020

Very informative and useful to my research endeavor!

By SHIVANIGAJRE

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Sep 28, 2020

It is very helpful app to learn any online courses

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Jul 8, 2020

an excellent guide to understanding research methods

By Aswani R S

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May 27, 2020

A very good introductory course on research methods.

By Dr.N.V.Srinivasulu P

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May 17, 2020

Course is excellent and learnt many things from this

By ALDO A C

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Dec 2, 2019

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By P K V G 1

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Feb 18, 2019

Very Good session Thank You All for making me learn.

By Zainab R

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Oct 30, 2018

very useful course for learning basics of research..

By NANDESH V

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Jul 22, 2018

This is very engaging & fun way to learn new things.

By Abbas G

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Apr 11, 2025

it was an efficient course for the number of hourse

By Rugia A H A

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Dec 30, 2024

انها دورة رائعة جدا لقد استفدت منها كثيرا ،شكرا لكم

By THANMAYAJYOTHI K

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Nov 20, 2023

Good explanation of each and every video and notes.

By TANU G

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Jan 4, 2021

Very innovative and amazing course! Must go for it!

By Ahsan I

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Sep 13, 2020

Best Course of the basic understanding of research.

By Paulomi S

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Aug 24, 2020

nice way to give a better understanding on research

By Haritha S

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Jun 9, 2020

Thank you for this opportunity during this lockdown

By Asbed N

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Apr 3, 2020

good to understand what kind research that you need

By Ankur S

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Oct 29, 2019

learn new perspectives and ideas regarding research

By george p

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Mar 26, 2019

Gave me early insights into what research entailed.

By Proloy B

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Mar 15, 2017

I found this course very useful for my PhD program

By Aditya S

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Sep 14, 2016

Very Important and Essential Course for Researchers