Research Methods in Health and Social Care - 30 credits (HCT024)
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Status
Generic module
Programme Pathway
Compulsory module (or distance learning option HCT075) for MSc in Occupational Therapy, MSc in Physiotherapy, MSc in Radiography, MSc in Neurorehabilitation , MSc in Sports Physiotherapy, MSc in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy, MSc Healthcare Science , MSc in Surgical Care Practice, MSc in Managing Care in Perioperative Practice . Stand alone module for Healthcare Professions.
Prior Learning
All students must be in possession of a relevant qualification providing registration to practice as a health professional
Credit rating
30 at M level
Notional learning time
300 hours
Contact hours
72
Aim
The aim of this module is to introduce students to, and develop their understanding of, research methods and their application in health and social care. This will include qualitative methods, survey methods and experimental methods. It will enable them to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to be able to evaluate practice using a critical and problem-solving approach. Students will acquire a critical and practical understanding of the research process and refine skills in project planning, research proposal specification and techniques of scientific or research report writing.