This seminar covers a variety of aspects relevant to the planning, execution, and reporting of research. It is intended to develop a research orientation rationale among postgraduate students and scholars and to acquaint them with the fundamentals of research methods. The seminar, specifically, aims at introducing them to the basic concepts used in research.

The main purpose of this course is to provide advanced comprehensive understanding of the diverse research methods used in the Social Sciences, and to convey the necessary practical skills required for their application. Students will gain an overview of research intent and design, methodology and technique for conducting meaningful inquiry and research.