University of the West of England

MODULE SPECIFICATION

(Revised November 2002)

Code: USSJGX-30-M Title: Research Theory and Practice

Version:

Level: UWE credit rating: ECTS credit rating:

Module type:

Owning Faculty: Applied Sciences Field:

Valid from: October 2004 Discontinued from:

Pre-requisites:None

Co-requisites: None

Excluded combinations:None

Learning outcomes:

    On successfully completing the module, students

    - will be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research methodology,

    - will have developed a range of transferable skills and developed a reflective approach to study

    - will be able to critically discuss the relationship between issues such as a research governance, intellectual property rights, health and safety and research

    - will have developed their conceptual, cognitive and analytical skills

    - will demonstrate an understanding of the role of project, time and self management in the success of workplace based research

Syllabus outline:

    An indicative list of syllabus content includes; project management, achieving a work/life/research balance, research governance, intellectual property rights, ethics, and health and safety. In addition, presentation skills, IT skills, writing grant proposals, writing for publication, being a reflective practitioner/researcher, statistics and report writing will be covered.

    There will be scope to tailor the module to the needs of the individual student based on their previous experience of research.

Teaching and learning methods:

    The module will be delivered using a range of teaching methods. The primary learning forum will be workshops, which will be student centred with tutors acting as facilitators. Where appropriate laboratory practicals and computer sessions will be used to support the teaching. Computer assisted learning and distance learning will be important in the delivery of this module. The students will compile a portfolio of evidence to evidence that all the required elements have been undertaken and engaged with. The portfolio will include a short reflection on the learning achieved during the module. The module will be delivered largely by academic staff within the faculty, however external experts will be employed to teach specialised areas.

Reading Strategy

All students will be encouraged to make full use of the print and electronic resources available to them through membership of the University. These include a range of electronic journals and a wide variety of resources available through web sites and information gateways. The University Library’s web pages provide access to subject relevant resources and services, and to the library catalogue. Many resources can be accessed remotely. Students will be presented with opportunities within the curriculum to develop their information retrieval and evaluation skills in order to identify such resources effectively.

This guidance will be available either in the module handbook, via the module information on UWEonline or through any other vehicle deemed appropriate by the module/programme leaders.

    Phillips E.M. & Pugh D.S. (2000) How to get a PhD - a handbook for students and their supervisors. 3rd Edition. Open University Press

    Cornish W.R. (2000) Intellectual property patents, copyright, trademarks and allied rights. 4th Edition. Sweet & Maxwell, London

    Sulston J. (2003) The common thread : a story of science, politics, ethics and the human genome. Corgi, London.

    Zindani J. (2002) Health and safety law, a modern guide. EMIS Professional, Welwyn Garden City

    Relevant journals, periodicals and on-line resources

Assessment

Weighting between components A and B (standard modules only) A: 100% B: %

ATTEMPT 1

First Assessment Opportunity

Component A (controlled) Element weighting

PORT

Portfolio of evidence and reflective essay (maximum 5000 word equivalent)

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Component B

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Second Assessment Opportunity (further attendance at taught classes )

Component A

Description of each element Element weighting

PORT

Portfolio of evidence and reflective essay (maximum 5000 word equivalent)

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Component B

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SECOND (OR SUBSEQUENT) ATTEMPT Attendance at taught classes .

Specification confirmed by …………………………………………………Date ……………………………

(Associate Dean/Programme Director)

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