There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

The master’s dissertation is a cumulation of your learning and knowledge gained from undertaking the modules during your master’s journey to independently carry out a piece of research, either through conducting a literature review, analysis of secondary datasets, or writing of a substantial research proposal (that can be taken forward for doctoral study) on a topic aligned to public health and your research interests.The module content will be accessed via the Skills resources tab online via the virtual learning environment. It covers topics on how to; choose your research topic and develop an original research question, select an appropriate and feasible research design to answer your research question, develop a literature search strategy, conduct a critical appraisal of literature using standardised tools, navigate ethical and research governance issues, conduct methods of data collection/extraction, analyse and synthesise data, and write up your project.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Formulate an appropriate research question that addresses a gap in the evidence base.

LO2: Critique and identify an appropriate study design method to answer the research question.

LO3: Search and critically appraise the literature using appropriate and rigorous methods.

LO4: Critically reflect on and address ethical and research governance issues, in relation to the proposed methods of data collection and analysis for the study.

LO5: Critique the implications of the proposed research for public health policy, practice and/or education.