Research Project
MODULE CODE
CREDIT VALUE
Module Aims
Aim 1
To enable students to carry-out research into a topic relevant to their degree title.
Aim 2
To encourage students to engage in critical reading of published literature and/or critical examination of methods and/or practice.
Aim 3
To prepare students for postgraduate study and/or research in employment.
Module Content
This module provides an opportunity for students to explore an aspect of their subject discipline. They will design and undertake a small scale research project with the aim of publishing a detailed project report describing their research finding that may lead to an undergraduate paper suitable for publication.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Teaching Methods
Students will be guided in identifying an area for research (if they have not done so already) and in selecting appropriate resources and research methods.
The teaching programme will deliver a series of workshops and seminars designed to introduce practical research methods. Regular tutorial meetings will provide opportunities for guidance and review of work done. Where possible tutors will facilitate the input of experts in the topic field and external feedback on student work.
Assessment Methods
This module is assessed through a Project Report.
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