12519/13228 L7 Research in Professional Practice Module Handbook

Module Aim 

To provide the opportunity for students to conduct an independent research project and contribute  to the knowledge base of their professional practice 

Module Learning Outcomes 

1 Identify an appropriate research question based on a critical evaluation of relevant literature.
2 Select, critically justify, and implement an appropriate research method.
3 Demonstrate appropriate regard for research ethics
4 Analyse data and critically discuss findings

Module Learning Activities  

• Overview of qualitative and quantitative research designs 

• Developing a research question, aim/s & objectives 

• Information sources & search strategies,  

• Eligibility criteria & selection process 

• Characteristics of included studies, data extraction 

• Data analysis 

• Risk of Bias 

• Effect measures 

• Synthesis of results 

• Research writing skill