Module Overview
This module will develop your ability to develop a focused research question, gain a basic understanding of qualitative and quantitative research paradigms and methods, and be able to undertake an in-depth, systematic appraisal of evidence.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module you will be able to:
- Have a good understanding of use and application of evidence in healthcare
- Articulate a broad range of research paradigms and methodology relevant to healthcare
- Systematically identify, select and evaluate research methods and interpretation of research findings
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the concepts and tools related to EBP, including types and levels of evidence, methods of critical appraisal and use of electronic databases to access and review evidence.
Credits
20 credits
Module Dates
- Thursday 20 October 2022
- Thursday 27 October 2022
- Thursday 3 November 2022
- Thursday 10 November 2022
- Thursday 17 November 2022
- Thursday 24 November 2022
Assessment
One 3,500-word essay
Academics involved in the delivery of this module
Stand Alone Course
This module can also be taken as a stand-alone course and to apply, you will need to evidence your ability to study at Masters level. The fee for 2022/23 is £1,090.
For applications, please contact the Postgraduate Administrator:
acp@contacts.bham.ac.uk
+44 (0)121 414 6014