Understanding Research and Critical Appraisal in Health Care (Distance learning)
Gain a clear understanding of the concepts, theories and practical considerations surrounding research and critical appraisal in health care. This is a core module on many taught masters degrees offered by Warwick Medical School.
- The course comprises a large practical component in which you will have the opportunity to practice the new skills that you have been taught, and to undertake some of the tasks necessary for the course assignment
- The teaching and learning style is interactive, and draws on the expertise of both our students and teaching staff
The aim of the module is to improve your understanding of evidence-based health care, research and critical appraisal. The module will help prepare you for other modules, and also increase your ability to use research as part of your clinical or research / management role. The learning material used for the distant-learning module is specifically targeted at healthcare professionals, who work across the health and social care sector.
The module will help students think deeply and develop their critical appraisal skills. The course includes a large practical component in which you will have the opportunity to practice the new skills that you have been taught, and to undertake the tasks necessary for the course assignment.
Credit value of module: 20 CATS credits at M level
Pre requisites: None
Directed learning: 36 hours
Self-directed learning: 124 hours
Teaching learning methods: Self-directed online learning, supported by online support sessions
Options:
- This is a core module on many Masters programmes within Warwick Medical School
- Take the module as a Postgraduate Award. Contact us for more information
Induction module
Before completing the course, you will undertake our Induction and Professional Development module, introducing you to all the underpinning regulations, guidance and support available to you during your postgraduate study.
Key Facts
Contact:
Bandana Bahia and Melissa Parkes
Leader:
Y-F dot chen at warwick dot ac dot uk
k dot couper at warwick dot ac dot uk
Duration: 20 weeks
Assessment: 3,000-word written essay and recorded oral presentation
CATS: 20
Code: MD915
Next course start date
11 October 2021
Application deadline: 29 August 2021