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

In this module you will conduct an independent piece of research, either as a practical laboratory or field based project, or a piece of qualitative research (e.g. interviews, focus groups, surveys). This involves the 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: Structured on-line literature searches. Literature review. Project formulation. Hypothesis generation. Experimental design. Development of practical skills/research technique. Data generation/collection and analysis. Use of appropriate statistical analysis. Evaluation of findings, critical analysis, synthesis and conclusions, with reference to supporting literature. Communication of original research results in a report written in the style of a scientific paper.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically explore an area of research by collecting and analysing data/metadata in a rigorous manner.

LO2: Exercise appropriate self-reliance, initiative and time management.

LO3: Draw appropriate conclusions from your findings which reflect the quality of your evidence and in context to the wider literature.

LO4: Evaluate, critically appraise, and communicate a scientific project and findings in various formats, for example, written and verbally, to audiences with different levels of knowledge/expertise.

LO5: Examine the practical implications and the real world impact of your findings.