CH3S16 - Research Methodology 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 3
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CH3S16 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Research Methodology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Allied Health and Chiropractic | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Chiropractic | ||
| Module Leader: | Paul McCambridge | ||
| Module Team: | Hayley Davies, Jayne Ludlow | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100241 - chiropractic | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 3 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
This module aims to introduce understanding of the various methodologies and practice of quantitative and qualitative research specifically with relevance to chiropractic including statistics and associated ethics and governance.
Develop analysis and critical appraisal skills
Content Summary
Research methodology and critical appraisal of a broad range of quantitative and qualitative research articles
Introduction into designing a research project
Ethical considerations and procedures
Interpretation of research data including the relevance of meta-analysis and systematic review (Forest plot interpretation)
Quantitative Statistics (Descriptives, Normality, Parametric and non-parametric statistical tests, power calculations and sample size, regression models, reliability)
Qualitative Research study design and purpose
Risk of Bias Assessment undertakings
Critical Appraisal toolkit undertakings
Searching for literature skill development
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Independent Study | 86 |
| Directed Study | 90 |
| Tutorials | 4 |
| Groupwork | 4 |
| Problem/Challenge based learning | 4 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Understand cognitive biases, the relevance of research as a healthcare clinician in relation to evidence hierarchy, from case reports to Systematic Reviews and Clinical Guidelines |
| LO2 | Critically differentiate between different methodologies and appropriateness of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies |
| LO3 | Be able to synthesise, analyse and critically evaluate quantitative and qualitative scientific literature inclusive of statistical analysis, ethics and governance issues |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Exercise - Time Constrained (EX) | Classroom Test Time Constrained (EX) 1 | MCQs and short answer questions | 60 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 2 | Online Examination. | 180 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Classroom Test Time Constrained (EX) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |