Certificate Course in Research Methodology

What is the Certificate Course in Research Methodology?

The primary objective of this course is to establish a foundational framework for Ph.D. research education in Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology, Linguistics, Sanskrit, and Lexicography. It aims to provide comprehensive insights into the historical, methodological, and theoretical aspects of the relevant subjects, encompassing qualitative and quantitative research methodology, along with a focus on research ethics.

Students undertaking this course are expected to gain a thorough understanding of both the theoretical and practical dimensions of research methodology, research ethics, and the quality criteria essential for research. The specific learning outcomes include:

1. Developing skills to articulate research goals and formulate a plan to achieve these objectives within the candidate's subject area, especially in preparing the research plan for their Ph.D. thesis.

2. Conducting literature searches and assimilating knowledge from previously published research articles.

3. Understanding the peer review process for regular and scientific articles.

4. Cultivating a general competence in comprehending research quality and enhancing critical reasoning abilities. This proficiency is to be utilized for quality control and the advancement of existing knowledge in literature.

Syllabus and Course Content:

The course content encompasses:

1. Theoretical and Practical Information: Insights into various phases of research, an overview of research planning, time management, and the supervisor's role.

2. Research Methods: Criteria for literature review, critical evaluation of existing knowledge, generalization, and defining limits for the generalization of new findings.

3. Publication: Various aspects related to publications in national and international journals, books, and conference proceedings. Topics include the structure of articles, keywords, referencing, and more.

4. Theorizing: Exploration of the scientific method, innovation, systemization, classification, hypothesis development and testing, establishment of models, self-evaluation, and more.

5. Ethics: Delving into ethical considerations within the concerned subjects, avoiding research that poses unjustified risks to individuals, striving for objectivity in the research process and results presentation, handling uncertainty, and addressing issues related to plagiarism and copyright.

This comprehensive course equips students with the necessary tools and knowledge to engage in high-quality research within their chosen fields, promoting ethical conduct and contributing to the broader academic discourse.