Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Advancing practice through research
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: NUR09401
Module leader: Shirley Ching
School School of Health & Social Care
Subject area group: Healthcare Workforce Development
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module will provide you with the opportunity to learn about the different types of evidence that may be used to inform clinical practice. Specifically, you will explore different approaches to undertaking the research process, research methods and will have the opportunity to develop your skills to critique research and its relevance to practice. You will learn how to interpret statistical analyses and qualitative data analysis. You will reflect on the ethical and professional implications of research and you will also consider factors which promote or hinder the implementation of evidence to practice. This will enable you to focus on dissemination and communication of evidence in practice. After completion of this module you will have the knowledge and skills to be able to understand the research process, appraise evidence and evaluate its appropriateness for implementation in your practice.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Compare and contrast different types of evidence.

LO2: Demonstrate a critical understanding of the research process including statistics and qualitative data analysis.

LO3: Accurately assess the ethical and professional implications of research.

LO4: Evaluate the appropriateness and quality of evidence which informs and advances practice.

LO5: Critically reflect on factors which promote or hinder the implementation of research evidence into practice.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 2, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Shirley Ching
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 180 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning in the scheduled sessions and to complete the essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely around the topics you are studying and engage in the activities and resources on the learning platform. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for assessment tasks.
Independent Learning Lecture 10 Lectures will allow you to explore theory and enhance your understanding.
Independent Learning Tutorial 10 Tutorials will be lecturer facilitated and will allow you to explore and apply theory introduced during the lectures to consolidate your knowledge and understanding. The majority of the discussion will be student-led. You will have the opportunity to attend academic skills session and briefing on formative and summative assessment during the tutorials.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 100 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 2000 For summative assessment, you will be asked to create a poster which consists of 3 main sections making up 2000 words (or equivalent). You will be asked to: 1) Describe of a challenge you experienced in clinical practice that you would like to address through research. 2) Develop a research question, propose a project plan to answer this research question, and state the ethical considerations. 3) Determine how the results from the proposed project would be shared and implemented within the clinical area and more widely.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
NUR09401 Advancing Practice though Research
 

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