MD3B1-15 Project Planning
Introductory description
MD3B1-15 Project Planning
Module aims
To equip students with project skills required for planning, managing and
conducting an ethically approved and well-designed research project.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
The aim of this module is to provide the students with the basic skills and knowledge they will require to
successfully undertake their dissertation project. This four week module will be supported with lecture
theatre based presentations, interactive presentations and computer cluster based activities.
Furthermore, all elements will be supported by TEL activities.
During this module the students will be introduced to project planning, research methods and statistical
analysis. They will learn what constitutes a good plan and the important considerations. They will
understand how to define technical goals and milestones and appreciate the importance of monitoring
progress and adapting the project objectives as in light of progress made and learning gained including risk
and contingency planning. Key steps in undertaking a major, original piece of research and writing a
project dissertation will be explained, including how to define research questions, identify and review
current literature, and correctly report and reference evidence and avoid plagiarism. Students will learn
how to communicate ideas simply and unambiguously by correctly structuring a report. They will recognise
the different styles of scientific writing and will recognise different sections in a paper. They will learn how
to successfully structure and write various sections of a paper, including abstract, introduction, result,
discussion and conclusion. Furthermore, they will learn how and when to use informative figures and
tables and how to write an informative captions. In addition, in this module students will also explore
ethics and legislation in research and how to conduct ethical research. Students will consider how to
recognise and respect values of others and how different values can impact research views and positions.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- To compare and critique the various research methods and techniques employed in health sciences
- To compare and critique the various research methods and techniques employed in health sciences
- To engage successfully with the ethical processes and procedures which regulate research activity in health and medical sciences
- To plan appropriate data management techniques in accordance with relevant legislation
Indicative reading list
. Hagger-Johnson G. (2014) Introduction to research methods and data analysis in the health
sciences. 1st edition. Routledge.
2. Taylor B., Francis K. (2013) Qualitative research in the health sciences (methodologies, methods
and processes). 1st edition. Routledge.
3. Bowling A. (2009) Research methods in health. 3rd edition. Open University Press.
4. Koshy et al. (2017) Reflective practice in health care and how to reflect effectively. Int J Surg Oncol
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(nY). 2(6):e20.
5. Rudestam K.E. (2007) Surviving your dissertation: a comprehensive guide to content and process.
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rd edition. SAGE Publications, Inc.
6. Ballenger B.P. (2007) The curious researcher: a guide to writing research papers. 5th edition. New
York: Pearson Longman.
7. Oliver P. (2010) The student’s guide to research ethics (open up study skills). 2nd edition. Open
University Press.
8. Bowling A. (2014) Research methods in health: investigating health and health services (UK Higher
Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Health). 4th edition. Open University Press.
Research element
To select appropriate statistical tests for various research designs and communicate reasonable interpretation of data
Subject specific skills
Ability to compare and critique the various research methods and
techniques employed in health sciences .
Enabled to engage successfully with the ethical processes and procedures which regulate research activity in To engage successfully with the ethical processes and procedures which regulate research activity in health and medical science.
Transferable skills
The transferable skills gained from the completion of this module include, discipline-specific knowledge, ability to gather and interpret information, ability to analyze data, oral communication skills, ability to make decisions and solve problems, written communication skills, ability to learn quickly, ability to manage a project, and creativity/innovative thinking.
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 10 sessions of 1 hour (7%) |
| Seminars | 2 sessions of 1 hour (1%) |
| Practical classes | 8 sessions of 1 hour (5%) |
| Other activity | 9 hours (6%) |
| Private study | 121 hours (81%) |
| Total | 150 hours |
Private study description
Students would be expected to engage in 121 hours of self-directed
learning outside other learning and teaching activities outlined above.
Other activity description
During the module students will also be assigned to a range of other
learning activities:
Technology enhanced learning, including the use of online interactive
presentations and videos, quizzes (9 hours)
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You do not need to pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A
| Weighting | Study time | |
|---|---|---|
| Data analysis and interpretation workbook | 100% | |
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Feedback on assessment
The data analysis and interpretation workbook will be marked using standardised rubrics. Feedback to the
students (including individualised feedback) in line with WMS assessment criteria will be given to the
students. Further verbal feedback will be available to students on request. Each student who fails the
examination will be offered face to face feedback
Courses
This module is Core for:
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UMDA-B990 Undergraduate Health and Medical Sciences
- Year 3 of B990 Health and Medical Sciences
- Year 3 of B990 Health and Medical Sciences