In this module you will conduct an independent piece of research, either as a practical laboratory-based project, or a piece of quantitative or qualitative non-laboratory-based research. This involves design, development and implementation of a programme of research in a particular field of study relevant to your programme of study. You will critically analyse data/information generated, and communicate the outcomes in a written report, which will develop your skills in scientific writing. This will give you experience in summarising information and presentation skills. This module includes: on-line literature searches, literature review, project formulation, hypothesis generation, experimental desig,. development of practical skills/research technique, data generation/collection and analysis; use of appropriate statistical analysis, evaluation of findings, critical analysis and conclusions, with reference to supporting literature; communication of original research results in a report.