Course Content
Module 1: Foundations of Research and Thesis Development
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Understand the thesis requirements and academic standards in basic and paraclinical sciences. • Identify feasible research topics aligned with departmental resources and expertise. • Formulate clear, testable research questions using established frameworks.
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Research Methodology and Biostatistics for Postgraduate Residents in Basic Sciences and Paraclinical Sciences

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the purpose and academic value of a postgraduate thesis
  2. Explain institutional and regulatory requirements for thesis submission
  3. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the postgraduate student, supervisor, and co-guide
  4. Outline the standard thesis development timeline from topic selection to defense
  5. Demonstrate understanding of academic integrity and ethical responsibility in postgraduate research

 

Content:

  • Ethical obligations in conducting thesis research
  • Purpose and academic value of a postgraduate thesis
  • Institutional and regulatory requirements for master’s thesis
  • Thesis timeline: topic selection → protocol development → IRB approval → data collection → analysis → thesis writing → defense
  • Roles and responsibilities:
  • Postgraduate student / resident
  • Supervisor / guide
  • Co-guide (when applicable)
  • Examination process:
  • Internal and external evaluation
  • Thesis defense structure and expectations
  • Academic integrity and ethical responsibility of the researcher