Introduction

This is a core research methods modules for several of our MA programmes. It helps prepare students to undertake the independent research dissertation.

Principle Module Aims and Outcomes

• To introduce students to the various, sometimes competing, paradigms in educational research.
• To involve students in reading, critically, research papers, monographs and texts.
• To encourage students to identify the theoretical and methodological grounds on which educational research is based.
• To assess the efficacy of such research from a variety of perspectives and practices.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Research Philosophies
• From Research Questions to Research Design
• Data collection methods
• Ethical issues in research
• Methods of data analysis

Study Time

Type	Required
Lectures	5 sessions of 1 hour (2%)
Seminars	15 sessions of 2 hours (10%)
Private study	265 hours (88%)
Total	300 hours

Assessment

	Weighting
Poster presentation	50%
Presentation to small group as part of a larger Poster conference for PGT students. Marks are awarded for the poster as well as for the presentation
Reflective Account	50%