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Research in Health and Social Care

This module consolidates and extends students’ knowledge of research approaches and methods

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RHS / 20 Credit

Course Timings: Jan, Apr, Sep

Nigel Hinchliffe

Instructors

Obesity Care & Management

Department
This module consolidates and extends students’ knowledge of research approaches and methods and enhance their ability to be critical users of research evidence.

Applications are Now Open

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Frequently Asked Questions

Assessment

The assessment of this module includes formative and summative assessments that develop and assess: participation in Discussion Forums; self reflection and reflection on peer contributions; evaluation of the validity and reliability of information sources both for themselves and the public; research based case led assignment.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is designed for health and social care professionals.

Entry Requirements

In order to be considered for entry to this module applicants are normally required to have the following qualifications:

  • A Bachelor degree equivalent to Second Class Honours Upper Division (2:1) in a relevant health or social care, or biomedical discipline or evidence of equivalent health and/or social care experience which equates to Level 6 abilities eg working as a senior nurse/midwife or healthcare practitioner in a leadership or management role which requires evidence of critical analysis and evaluation.
  • Students should be working in a relevant area and have a minimum of one year experience.
  • Proficiency in the English Language (equivalent of IELTS Level 7, min 6.5 in all components).
  • Students who hold an HE Diploma, or evidence of equivalent health and/or social care experience which equates to Level 6 can apply to enrol on Obesity: Causes and Consequences at Level 6. Following successful completion of this module they will be invited to study further modules at Level 7 as part of the PGCert/PGDip/MSc in Obesity Care and Management.

Tuition Fees

The tuition for each 20 credit postgraduate module is £1,185.

The module fee can be paid in instalments. Please contact the Admissions Team on +44 (0)20 3773 4895 for more details.

If you are ready, click the Apply Now button below to apply for this module.

Employability

Given the increasing requirement for practice in the health and social care professions to be evidence based and this evidence being largely generated by research, students who complete this module will have enhanced employment opportunities.

Application Process

1. Application Form

Fill out the application form. If you need any help, please call +44(0)20 3773 4895.

2. Review

We will review your application within 10 working days. At this stage, we may ask for additional documents.

3. Tuition Fees

If your application is successful, you need to make an initial payment of your tuition fees (please see above for more information).

4. Access

Get access to CCH, complete the 5 hour Introduction to Academic Online Learning course, and start your studies.

Perks & Benefits
  • Aims
  • Module Content
  • Learning Strategy

Aims

This module aims to:

  • Understand the key concepts and methods in health and social care research
  • Develop the skills to identify, locate, independently and critically appraise and use appropriate evidence to address practice and policy issues
  • Review qualitative and quantitative research methods, research tools and techniques

Module Content

This module consolidates and extends students’ knowledge of research approaches and methods and enhance their ability to be critical users of research evidence. The module examines philosophical and theoretical perspectives underpinning health and social care research approaches including exploration of research design and key aspects of data gathering and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative analyses. Through this module, students will develop practical skills for identifying, critical reviewing and synthesising research evidence relevant to professional practice.

Each module intake starts with a specifically designed Introduction to Academic Online Learning. Students are required to complete some simple assignments to ensure they are able not only to work in the online environment but also are aware of the requirements for academic study at this level.

Learning Strategy

Methods of delivery include: audio and visual presentations involving interactive e-learning units and presentations, Discussion Forums, academic tutorials and group work.

Students learn through engaging in critical reflective practice on cases and course material that is recorded in their Student Log; Discussion Forums; critiquing articles and web based sources of information; quizzes to assess knowledge and understanding of key papers; casework; group work; and research-based assignments.

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