Module overview
This module culminates in a research protocol ready to be carried out in the Critical Inquiry Research Project module. The development of your protocol is supported by both taught sessions on research methods and supervision.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a depth of knowledge in the chosen field of study, and the ability to analyse critically, make judgements and draw conclusions
- Select and critically appraise a range of sources of evidence in order to justify the need for an inquiry in an area of interest to your professional practice
- Demonstrate appropriate ethical awareness in the planning of the research study by explaining and defending choices made
- Identify an appropriate strategy for managing and analysing the data to be collected
- Identify a research question/aim and a set of research objectives to be examined based on existing gaps in knowledge in your profession
- Relate the advantages and disadvantages of your chosen design, sampling and recruitment strategy, and data collection methods to your question and discuss the impact of your choices
Syllabus
This module will cover:
- Qualitative and quantitative research methods, including underlying philosophy and approaches to sampling, data collection, data analysis and interpretation
- Ethics and research governance
- Advice on writing protocols
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
This module involves taught session relating to research in the context of health, why research matters in health care, and research methods. This will be supported by workshops to help you develop your research protocol alongside supervisory support.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 142.5 |
| Teaching | 45 |
| Total study time | 187.5 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Jane Ritchie and Jane lewis (2003). Qualitative Research Practice. A guide to Social Sciences Students and Researchers.
Dawn Marie Walker (2014). An introduction to Health Services Research.
Helen Aveyard (2014). Doing a literature Review in Helath and Social Care. A practical guide.
Ann Bowling (2014). Research Methods in Health, Investigating Health and Health Serivces.
Pranee Liamputtong (2010). Research Methods in Health: Foundations for Evidence-Based Practice.
Assessment
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Individual PresentationSummative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Project Protocol | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Project Protocol | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: External