Independent Research (Healthcare Leadership and Management)
| Module title | Independent Research (Healthcare Leadership and Management) |
|---|---|
| Module code | HPDM089 |
| Academic year | 2020/1 |
| Credits | 60 |
| Module staff | Dr Andrew Griffiths (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
Module description
This module is the piece of independent research associated with the Masters in Healthcare Leadership and Management and in their programme and is designed to enable students to produce a project report under supervision, and to demonstrate project design, development, critical evaluation, synthesis and dissemination skills.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The aim of the independent research module is to enable you to demonstrate your ability to design, conduct, evaluate and write up a project on a topic that is of relevance to the title and aim of their award and in doing so, to demonstrate self-direction, originality and an ability to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of project skills at an advanced professional level.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Systematically and critically review relevant theory and methodology in the design and development of an independent project
- 2. Provide evidence of skills in the formulation of research questions, identification of aims and objectives and clarification and justification of choice of methodological approach
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 3. Critically analyse, evaluate and synthesise a projects findings and interpret their relevance within the context of established or emerging theories, policies and/or professional practice
- 4. Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems in the conduct of a project that is methodologically and ethically sound
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Present a logically argued and clearly written project report that will aim to enhance knowledge and understanding of an area of practice at an advanced level
- 6. Critically evaluate and reflect upon their own strengths, limitations and performance with reference to the design, development, organisation and write up of the project
Syllabus plan
You will work under the supervision of a member of staff who is able to guide you through the independent research process. The written report will be in the form of a journal article, using the style of a particular journal that has been agreed with the supervisor. An oral presentation will also form part of the assessment of this module.
Whilst the module’s precise content will vary from year to year, and project to project, an example of an overall structure is as follows:
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 560 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning & Teaching activities | 40 | Supervision meetings (scheduled by arrangement between individual students and supervisors). |
| Guided independent study | 100 | Resource gathering and in-depth reading |
| Guided independent study | 260 | Project design and delivery |
| Guided Independent Study | 200 | Preparation and writing of written report and presentation |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feedback and discussion with supervisor | 40 hours | 2-4,6 | Verbal and online |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project report following relevant journal guidelines | 80 | Maximum 5,000 words (dependent on target journal guidance) | 1-5 | Written |
| Oral presentation | 20 | 10 minutes + 5 minutes questions | 1-5 | Written |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project report following relevant journal guidelines | Project report up to 5,000 words | 1-5 | Normally within three months of the original assessment |
| Oral presentation | Oral presentation | 1-5 | Within 2-4 weeks to be agreed with student |
Re-assessment notes
Same as for the original summative assessment, to include response to the written feedback and undertaken during the University’s agreed referral/deferral period.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Dixon N (2001) Writing for publication a guide for new authors. International Journal for Quality in Healthcare. 13;5:417-21
Day RA and Gastel B (2006) How to write and publish a scientific paper. Cambridge University Press
Lock D. (2007).The Essentials of Project Management (3rd edition). Aldershot, Gower Publishing
Rudestam, K. and Newton, R. (2007). Surviving your Dissertation: A Comprehensive Guide to Content and Process (3rd edition). London, Sage Publications.
Swetnam, D. (2005). How to Plan, Prepare and Present Successful Work (3rd edition). Trowbridge, Cromwell Press Ltd.
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
Web based and electronic resources: Please see ELE above for up to date electronic resources.
| Credit value | 60 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 30 |
| Module pre-requisites | N/A |
| Module co-requisites | N/A |
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 31/01/17 |
| Last revision date | 09/07/19 |
