6B019E - Applied Research: Conducting Research for Real-World Impact 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 6B019E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Applied Research: Conducting Research for Real-World Impact | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology and Therapeutic Interventions | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Psychology | ||
| Module Leader: | Victoria Markham | ||
| Module Team: | Emily Groves, Klara Price | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100497 - psychology | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
1. To develop skills in data collection and analysis, using the most appropriate methods to answer your research question.
2. To enable students to produce both a professional research report and an accessible visual summary of findings, based upon the findings of the research project.
3. To strengthen collaborative and professional research skills through teamwork and engagement with external partners to create research that informs meaningful change.
Content Summary
In this module, you’ll move beyond theory and step into the world of real, impactful research. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate issues that truly matter - research that has the potential to improve the lives of children, young people, and those who care for them.
Building on what you learned in Applied Research: Designing Projects that Matter, you’ll now bring your ideas to life. Working from your own research proposal, you’ll:
· Collect data using research methods that fit your topic.
· Analyse and interpret your findings to uncover meaningful insights.
· Communicate your results through a professional research report and an accessible, visually engaging infographic designed to share your findings with a wider audience.
This module stands out for its focus on real-world impact, giving you the chance to contribute to meaningful change by tackling issues that truly make a difference in people’s lives. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your teamwork skills through a collaborative group project and work directly with an external partner, gaining hands-on experience of professional research collaboration. Above all, this is research with purpose - you’ll not only advance knowledge in an important area of study but also produce work that helps our partners enhance their practice and create positive outcomes for the communities they serve.
This is your chance to become part of a community of researchers who are passionate about making a real-world impact - turning ideas into action and research into change.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 56 |
| Guided learning | 10.5 |
| Summative Assessment and preparation | 60 |
| Independent self-directed learning | 173.5 |
| Total Hours Selected | 116 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Conduct a research project addressing a defined question, collecting and analysing data, and critically evaluating the findings and methodology. |
| LO2 | To design and produce a research report and to use full GenAI to produce an accessible visual summary that synthesize and present research findings clearly and effectively. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Written work; Asynchronous assessment; Report | 0 | 4000 | 70 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Poster 1 | Written work; Asynchronous assessment; Poster | 0 | 500 | 30 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Poster 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |