Methodology and Research in Effective Practice

SHE level 8
SCQF credit points 20
ECTS credit points 10
Module code M2B130636
Module Leader Fiona Coupar
School School of Health and Life Sciences
Subject School of Health and Life Sciences School Office
Trimester A (September start), B (January start), C (May start)

Summary of content

This module should develop knowledge and understanding of research methods and their importance for health and social care professions. Learners will gain knowledge and understanding of different qualitative and quantitative research designs and the research process. Development of critical appraisal of elements of the research process is a key feature of this module.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 11
Tutorials 22
Practicals 0
Seminars 0
Independent Learning 127
Assessment 40
Placement 0

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 100 40 CW1: Critical appraisal of a qualitative and a quantitative research paper - 2500 words