Research Methodology & Design 101 - What Examiners Look For In A Research Methodology

🎓 GET 1-ON-1 HELP: https://gradcoach.com/?utm_source=YT&utm_campaign=wI-d6Mte2V4 🧰 FREE RESEARCH TOOLKIT: https://gradcoach.com/toolkit/?utm_source=YT&utm_campaign=wI-d6Mte2V4 📚 FREE EVENTS & WORKSHOPS: https://gradcoach.com/events/?utm_source=YT&utm_campaign=wI-d6Mte2V4 What are the most common reasons a methodology chapter gets failed? And what can you do to avoid them? In this video, we break down the biggest mistakes we see in dissertation and thesis methodology chapters, especially the ones that hold students back at submission time. If you’re working on your research proposal, thesis, or dissertation, this will help you understand exactly what examiners are looking for and how to meet that standard with confidence. We cover why detail is non-negotiable, how to properly justify your methodological choices, and why your methodology must be clearly rooted in your literature review and research questions. If you want to avoid painful revisions, this is a must-watch. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 What causes a methodology chapter to fail? 00:15 The number one issue: lack of detail 00:35 Writing so others can replicate your study 01:00 Dissertation vs journal article expectations 01:15 Not linking methodology to the literature review 01:45 Applying existing methods with rigor 01:55 The importance of justification 02:05 Connecting your methods to your research questions If you’d like hands-on support with your dissertation or thesis, our PhD-qualified coaches can help you get clarity, structure, and confidence at every stage. Book a free consultation with Grad Coach here: https://gradcoach.com/dissertation-coaching/