Research Project-I (B.A Geography)

A field-based geographical study of a village, town or region with a written report.

6 MonthsDuration 5Chapters20Topics

Syllabus · पाठ्यक्रम

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01Milestone 1: Introduction to Geographical Research 4 topics
  1. Nature of geographical research
  2. Primary and secondary data
  3. Field methods - observation, questionnaire, interview, sketch mapping
  4. Research ethics
02Milestone 2: Study Area and Synopsis 5 topics
  1. Selecting a study area and theme (land use, water resources, settlement, migration)
  2. Location map of the study area
  3. Objectives and research questions
  4. Methodology and data sources
  5. Submitting the synopsis
03Milestone 3: Field Work 4 topics
  1. Household survey with questionnaire
  2. Land use survey and sketch maps
  3. Photographs and GPS points
  4. Collecting Census and village records
04Milestone 4: Mapping and Report Writing 4 topics
  1. Tabulation and percentages
  2. Thematic maps and diagrams
  3. Report structure - introduction, study area, findings, conclusion
  4. References and appendices
05Milestone 5: Presentation and Viva 3 topics
  1. Presentation with maps
  2. Viva preparation
  3. Plan for Research Project-II

About

You will be able to

  • Select a village, town or small region for a field-based geographical study
  • Prepare a synopsis with objectives, study area, data sources and methods
  • Collect primary data through household survey, observation and sketch maps
  • Collect secondary data from Census, district handbooks and toposheets
  • Prepare maps, diagrams and a short project report and present it in a viva

Who it is for

  • B.A Geography students of Semester 5 (UP state universities, NEP 2020 syllabus)
  • Students doing their first geographical field project

What you need

  • B.A Geography Semesters 1-4 including cartography and surveying practicals
  • Access to a village, ward or region for field work

Questions

Which guidelines are followed?

The NEP 2020 project guidelines of UP state universities. Where your university's format differs, the centre follows your own university's guidelines.

Can I study my own village?

Yes, your own village or ward is often the best study area because data collection is easier; take your supervisor's approval.

Will the centre do the survey for me?

No, the student does the field work; the trainer helps with the questionnaire, maps and analysis.

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