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Geographical research methods

Course Description: This course aims to equip students with geographical knowledge, research topic selection, types of geographical research, researcher qualities, and sources of information and digital data. It also covers fieldwork in geography, rules for writing geographical research, applying statistical methods in geographical research, elements of a research plan, and critiquing geographical research. Additionally, it will review examples of student research and provide a brief overview of research review methods.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: GEO 202
Objectives of the course :

Familiarity with the rules of writing geographical research according to known scientific standards, based on building creative thinking in formulating and editing research axes.

Course outputs :

The student summarizes the principles of geographic curricula.
The student mentions the fundamentals of field research techniques.
The student defines the rules and foundations of writing scientific research.
Skills
The student can document their research sources.
The student demonstrates their ability to utilize statistical methods in geographical research.
The student designs a questionnaire on a geographical topic.
Values
The student commits to integrity and ethics in scientific research in their field of specialization.
The student bears the responsibility for continuous self-learning and developing their abilities.
The student actively collaborates with peers in solving geographical problems within research groups.

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  • Last updated: 2026-04-29

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