Research Methods

About this module

The module covers research design including quantitative and qualitative methods and data analysis, ethical considerations, practical factors which may impact on the conduct of research and the importance of appropriate dissemination of research findings. 

This module is distance learning, delivered online and equates to 200 hours of study. Students will be supported by a module tutor via phone, skype and/or email.

Who is this course for

All health professionals, All health and social care professionals, nursing and paramedic, occupational therapy, pharmacists, ultrasonography.

On completion of this course you should be able to:

• Critically analyse research literature and through this identify a topic which could be researched. 
• Critically evaluate the relevance of different research designs, methods and data analysis methods for this chosen topic.
• Critically consider the impact of ethical and practical factors affecting the conduct of research in the practice situation on this chosen topic.

Professional registration in a health and social care role.

If you are funding your own study, the module price will be confirmed shortly.

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Additional information about your studies

Minimum numbers

Please note that this course is subject to minimum numbers in order to run.