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Module Title
The Evaluation Of Research

Keywords
Methods, evaluation, analysis, interpretation, tools of analysis, contribution to scholarship, quality indicators , frameworks for understanding.

ReferenceGSM007
SCQF LevelSCQF 11
SCQF Points15
ECTS Points7.5
CreatedSeptember 2002
ApprovedSeptember 2004
AmendedOctober 2004
Version No.2

Prerequisites for Module

Normally GSM005 and GSM006 or equivalent.

Corequisite Modules

None.

Precluded Modules

None.

Aims of Module

To provide an awareness of a range of appropriate methods of evaluation and analysis.
To select, use and develop evaluative analytical and interpretative methods appropriate to the process and outcomes of your own research project.

Learning Outcomes for Module

On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:

1. Demonstrate a critical awareness of useful evaluative and analytical concepts and models.
2. Appraise own and other research projects in terms of methodologies and analytical approach.
3. Use appropriate evaluative tools to inform and structure your own research.
4. Develop a transfer document (MPhil/PhD) or a final submission for MPhil.

Indicative Module Content

Issues and considerations in the process of evaluation, analysis and interpretation of research outcomes.

Assessing research quality, research standing and context.

Analysis of completed formal research (subject specific).

Using analytical tooks to make sense of data.

Indicative Student Workload

Contact Hours

Full Time

20

Directed Study

 

40

Private Study

 

90

Mode of Delivery

Lectures supported by workshops/directed reading.

Assessment Plan

Learning Outcomes Assessed
Coursework 1,2,3,4

Assessment will take the form of a research report.

Indicative Bibliography

1.As directed by the Principal Supervisor and Module Coordinator.

Additional Notes

Successful completion of all three modules may assist the transfer process, but does not provide an automatic right to transfer. Transfer applications would continue to be refereed by members of the University's Research Degrees Committee.


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