Unit Code: GEO801

Unit Name: Research Methods and Techniques in Geography

Description: This course is an essential component of Geography for Post Graduate students as it introduces the fundamental research methods and skills utilized in geographic research for both Human and Physical Geography. This is of particular importance since all Geography graduates are required to complete a PG Diploma or Masters in Geography. This paper is to familiarise the students with the nature of geographic research and its significance. It aims to make them understand the methods of data collection, classification, tabulation, representation and analyses with and without various statistical techniques. It will also train them to differentiate between casual and research based statements that will help them in their lives.

Learning Target Outcomes:

Prerequisite: Minimum GPA of 3.0 in any undergraduate degree

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 30

Offered In: Semester 1