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Short Learning Programme / Research Methodology Online
Short Learning Programme

Research Methodology Online

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Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management

Last updated

13 Jan, 2026

About Course

Description:

The purpose of this short-learning programme is to provide research methodology knowledge and skills to students applying for an advanced diploma, postgraduate diploma (or) a postgraduate degree so that they are equipped with the necessary fundamental research methodology knowledge and skills to successfully embark on a postgraduate research project.

Admission Requirements:

Prospective Master’s, PhD and students who need a refresher Research Methodology module are typical of the students who are expected to enrol for this programme.

However, any student who is in possession of an NQF 7 qualification can apply.

Access to the Internet is a prerequisite for enrolment in the programme.

This SLP will only be offered if there is sufficient interest.

Course Curriculum

At the end of this short-learning programme, you should be able to:

  • explain the research process used in research; 
  • identify and describe the appropriate research paradigm for a study;
  • choose a research method that is appropriate for a research project;
  • write a literature review for a research project;  
  • write a research proposal for a research project;
  • collect and conduct basic analysis of qualitative data;
  • collect and conduct basic descriptive statistics on quantitative data; and
  • collect basic inferential statistics on quantitative data.

Your Instructors

Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management

Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management

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Course Dates

  • Enrollment Opens: Sunday, 01 Jun 2025
  • Enrollment Closes: Monday, 30 Jun 2025
  • Course Starts: Tuesday, 01 Jul 2025
  • Course Ends: Tuesday, 30 Sep 2025

Extra fees and levies for whole programmes

You will only need to pay for the modules you register for in each registration period, and those fees are payable upfront.

A registration fee and non-refundable ICT levy are also charged when you register for a programme.

For 2025, these charges amount to R1 150. (2025 pricing is subject to change.)

Note: Some programmes are exempt from these charges; this will be indicated during the registration process.

Research Methodology Online
R 16470.00*

*2025 pricing.

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This course includes:
Duration 12 weeks
Focus Area Sustainable and just economies
Accredited Yes
NQF Level 8
Mode of Delivery Scheduled delivery — asynchronous only
Skill Level Intermediate
Start Date 7/1/2025