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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 08/04/2022 15:49:43
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Title of Module: Research Methods and Design |
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Code: BUSN11122 |
SCQF Level: 11
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 10 |
ECTS: 5
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Business & Creative Industries |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | Christine
Reilly |
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| Summary of Module |
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This module aims to prepare students to undertake their Masters Dissertation. Students will learn the tools and techniques that they need to help them plan, design and deliver an independent research project.
Through a series of workshops, students will have the opportunity to learn about research methodologies and their practical application.
Students will have the opportunity to plan their Masters Dissertation, and will get feedback on their plans from staff and peers.
- Dissertation preparation
- Research Methodologies
- Project Management
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Term 1 | | Term 2 | | Term 3 | |
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
L1.
Demonstrate a robust understanding of issues relating to the planning and production of a Masters level dissertation
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Critically evaluate research design and methodology options and justify the selection of these in relation to a research topic
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Demonstrate capacity for critical engagement with academic literature that will inform an independent piece of research |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 11.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of research methodologies and the context in which they can be applied. |
| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 11.
Apply appropriate research methodologies to a chosen research topic, demonstrating awareness of the strengths and weaknesses of such. |
| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 11.
Reflect critically on academic literature and research, giving reasoned analysis in relation to a chosen topic area. |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 11.
Communicate effectively in both speech and writing as well as making effective use of ICT. |
| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 11.
Working effectively with others within workshops to develop teamwork skills and understanding of key topics. |
| Pre-requisites: |
Before undertaking this module the student should have
undertaken the following:
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| Learning and Teaching |
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| This module will take the form of facilitated workshops focusing on key topics. Students will be expected to prepare material for each workshop and to participate in individual and group activities during the workshops. By the end of the module, students should have produced an outline plan of their Masters Dissertation. |
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Laboratory/Practical Demonstration/Workshop | 18 |
| Independent Study | 82 |
| 100
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Saunders, M., Lewis, P., & Thornhill A. (2019) Research Methods for Business Students. 8th Edition. Harlow: Pearson.
Bell, E., Bryman, A. & Harley, B. (2022) Business Research Methods. 6th Edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press
*Other material and resources will be highlighted to students within the VLE.
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure
Where a module has Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body requirements these will be listed here:
Attendance at a minimum of 75% of scheduled classes, participation in class activities via the VLE and submission of final assessment. |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Management, Organisations & People |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Management, Organisations and People |
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| Moderator | Silvio Hofmann |
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| External Examiner | Dimitrinka Stoyanova Russell |
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| Accreditation Details | |
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| Version Number | 1.02 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| Students will present their Masters Dissertation outline plan to staff and their peers. This equates to 100% of the mark. |
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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The Equality, Diversity and Human Rights policy underpins student engagement. We aim to make UWS a fair and equal place to study an institution which addresses specific issues covering all aspects of equality, diversity and human rights. Where required module assessment will be adapted to meet student requirements.
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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