CYP5042 - Research Methods and Evidence-based Practice

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of a range of research methodologies and their key features;
Evaluate critically the potential usefulness of various research methodologies for exploring specific types of research question, taking account of ethics;
Critically assess published research;
Understand the basic process of designing, conducting and writing up research;

Content:

IThe module is taught through a series of topics which allow students to learn about, use and critique distinct research methodologies and their application. We explore the scientific method and how to do and not do a good experiment through the real life case studies e.g. case study giving pupils fish oil to boost their exam performance. We explore the use of secondary sources by critically examining how statistics relate to policy processes. This gives the course a strong practical and policy relevance.

Learning and Teaching Information:

The module will be taught in workshops that utilise a range of pedagogies. This will include case studies, discussion groups and project work.

Workshops
Contact hours: 30
Intended Group size: 50

Tutorials
Contact hours: 1
Intended Group size: 2

e-Tutoring
Contact hours: 2
Intended group size: 1

Guided independent study
Hours: 167

Assessment: