Module Database Search
| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Research Project | |||
| Reference | HSM045 | Version | 9 |
| Created | October 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | May 2008 | SCQF Points | 60 |
| Amended | March 2023 | ECTS Points | 30 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To produce a research report based on a supervised self directed research project. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Independently design and execute a detailed research or evidence based practice study in a specific area relevant to professional practice. |
| 2 | Critically evaluate (primary or secondary) data relevant to practice. |
| 3 | Synthesise evidence based arguments to inform practice. |
| 4 | Critically evaluate the ethical implications of conducting a research or evidence based practice study. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| The research process; theory development; application of appropriate research tools; systematic review; data collection and analysis; critical engagement with literature; ethics and ethical implications; methods of enquiry; reporting of findings and overall project as a research report. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Delivery method will vary depending on study route. Full time on campus: directed study supported by tutorials, workshops and supervision time delivered on-line or on-campus. Part time distance learning: directed study supported by tutorials, workshops and supervision time delivered on-line. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 35 | 35 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 565 | 565 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 600 | 600 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Research dissertation based upon project work- primary research or secondary research. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| This module is assessed by one component: C1 100% weighting. Module pass mark = Grade D. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A in component 1. |
| B | B in component 1. |
| C | C in component 1. |
| D | D in component 1. |
| E | E in component 1. |
| F | F in component 1. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Students must have successfully completed the Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | BOWLING. A., 2014. Research Methods in Health: Investigating Health and Health Services. Fourth Edition. Maidenhead: McGraw Hill. |
| 2 | CUNNINGHAM. C.J.L. 2013. Understanding and conducting research in the health science. Oxford: Wiley. |
| 3 | RITCHIE. J.L. et al. 2014. Qualitative research practice : a guide for social science students and researchers. 2nd ed. London: Sage Publications. |
| 4 | POLGAR.S. and THOMAS.S.A., 2020. Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences. 7th ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier. |
| 5 | DAVIES. M. 2014. Doing a successful research project : using qualitative or quantitative methods. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. |
| 6 | Current and historical journal articles and texts which vary according to the personal needs of each student and their particular area of study. |