The textbook reveals the main elements of research methodology in various fields of science. The essence of science and the history of its development, classification of sciences and regulation of scientific activity both in Ukraine and abroad, issues of training and qualification of scientific personnel are covered. The method of preparation of abstracts of scientific report and writing of scientific article is given. Requirements for ethics of scientific activity, criteria for evaluating the scientific work of a scientist are given.
Designed for graduate students, researchers, teachers, masters and students of higher education institutions that carry out research.