Research Methods HEA3102
Overview
This module is designed to enable students to develop an understanding of the research process and the nature and variety of research methods together with the need for an evidence base to guide decision-making process. The design of the module allows for face-to-face and blended learning. Its characteristic features are to encourage students to see qualitative and quantitative methods as equally valuable and often complementary and to involve students, wherever possible, in using and applying the methods rather than merely talking about them.
Module code: | HEA3102 |
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Level: | 6 |
Module credits: | 20 |
Cost for new students: | £940 for September 2023 to July 2024 |
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Who is this module for?
Health and social care professionals, allied health professionals. The module can be accessed as part of a degree pathway or as a stand alone module. The module is a compulsory module on all BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Practice pathways.
What are the key aims of the module?
- To develop students’ critical appraisal skills
- To develop students’ skills in research methodology
- To gain an understanding of research methodology and its practical applications
- To have an understanding of the research process and related methodology
- To utilise the skills and techniques of research methodology in their work setting
- To have an awareness of SPSS.
How will I study?
This module is normally studied over 12 sessions, one half-day session per week for 12 weeks. The module overall takes 15 weeks.
What will I study?
- Introduction to evidence-based practice.
- Critical appraisal of research literature.
- Introduction to research methodologies.
- Critical analysis of research methodologies and methods.
- Preparation of research proposals.
How will I be assessed?
A 4,000 word assignment.
On successful completion you will:
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the nature and validity of key quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Critically evaluate methods of data collection and analysis pertaining to the students area of practice
- Demonstrate skills to critically appraise published research studies
- Critically examine and reflect upon the process involved in the development of a research proposal, demonstrating an awareness and understanding of ethical and equal opportunities issues involved in research design.
Study dates and venues
Venue: Ormskirk Campus, Edge Hill University
Starts: Wednesday 6 September 2023
Session times:
- Wednesday 6 September 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 13 September 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 20 September 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 27 September 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 4 October 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 11 October 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 25 October 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 1 November 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 8 November 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 15 November 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 22 November 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 29 November 2023, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Friday 22 December 2023, submission of assignment.
Venue: Ormskirk Campus, Edge Hill University
Starts: Thursday 8 February 2024
Session times:
- Thursday 8 February 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Thursday 15 February 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Thursday 22 February 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm 12pm
- Tuesday 27 February 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 6 March 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 13 March 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 27 March 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 3 April 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 10 April 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 17 April 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 24 April 2024, attendance, 9am – 12pm
- Wednesday 1 May 2024, tutorial drop-in session, 9am – 12pm
- Friday 7 June 2024, submission of assignment.
How to apply
Module availability varies from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Due to the popularity of some modules it may be that the module is fully booked when your application is received. We will include your details on a waiting list and allocate you a place on the next available intake.
For details of how to apply, please visit the apply page.
Contact us
For further information regarding module availability, study dates and costs please contact the School of Allied Health, Social Work and Wellbeing on [email protected].
If you have any queries regarding module content and your suitability to study please contact the Module Lead, Rebecca Newsam, on email [email protected]..
Pathways
This module is available to study on a standalone basis and it is a core module on the following programmes: