Module overview
This module allows you to carry out a piece of independent research, following on from the development of a protocol in the Critical Inquiry - Research Protocol module. Further to carrying out research, you will also gain experience in other aspects of research, such as preparing a manuscript for publication in a relevant journal of your choice and a conference presentation.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Justify the conclusions and implications for your profession with well-reasoned arguments
- Examine a research question/aim and set of objectives using a feasible and appropriate investigation
- Conduct a research study that employs a research design, sampling and recruitment strategy and data collection approach appropriate to the research aim/question
- Demonstrate adherence to relevant ethical and governance requirements in carrying out research
- Analyse, present and interpret data analysed critically and appropriately, to provide answers to the research question/aim
- Rationalise the selection of the specific problem or issue to be studied by systematic search and critical appraisal of relevant literature
- Demonstrate the ability to disseminate your work
Syllabus
The module is practically-focused, so no formal teaching arrangements are in place. However, ad-hoc sessions may be provided depending on circumstances; for example, extra support may be provided for completing ethics and governance documents, or for using specialist statistical or qualitative software.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
This module involves an independent piece of research. Learning in relation to subject matter and research methods (practical and theoretical) will be project-specific. You will have a designated supervisor or supervisory team, who will have suitable academic and professional expertise.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Project supervision | 15 |
| Independent Study | 735 |
| Total study time | 750 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Jane Ritchie & Jane Lewis (2003). Qualitative Research Practice. A guide to Social Sciences Students and Researchers.
Julie Pallant (2010). SPSS Survival Manual.
Helen Aveyard (2014). Doing a literature Review in Health and Social Care. A practical guide.
Dawn-Marie Walker. An Introduction to Health Services Research.
Ann Bowling. Research Methods in Health.
Pranee Liamputtong. Research Methods in Health: Foundations for Evidence-based Practice.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
To pass this module you must achieve a weighted mean average of 50% or more AND also you must pass both the components at 50% or more.
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Feedback
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: Written feedback, e.g., as comments on Word document, focused on what was good and ways to improve.
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Viva | 40% |
| Research paper | 60% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Re-write and Re-viva | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: External