The educational and methodological manual considers the features of the organization of research work of students, the main methodological techniques and technology of research. Specific recommendations for the application of basic scientific research methods. Intended for full-time undergraduates studying in direction 05. 04. 02 "Geography" (the program "Geographical studies of territorial systems"), as well as in directions 05. 04. 04 Hydrometeorology (Information Technologies in Hydrometeorology program) and 05. 04. 06 "Ecology and environmental management" (programs "Environmental management and audit", "Environmental safety and management in the field of environmental protection") . Can be used in the study of the discipline "History, theory and methodology of geographical science", as well as in the organization of research work of students