What are you looking for?

We've introduced a new AI-powered search function on our website. We hope you find it useful. The system will learn as website visitors add searches... so please give it a try.

Courses

Events

Staff

Research Methods: Philosophy and Study Design

  1. Home
  2. Courses by subject
  3. Research Methods: Philosophy and Study Design

Key Facts

  • Level

    Postgraduate

  • Duration

    12 weeks part time

  • Starting

    October, January

  • Part Time 24/25

    £920 per 20 credit module

  • Location

    Waterside
Apply Now
Open Days

Get in touch

For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:

UK/EU Students enquiries

study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772

Overview

Through autonomous learning, students on this module will build critical analysis skills to synthesise research philosophy and methods to design a research project that addresses the needs of current or emerging Health and Social care populations.

During the module you will investigate the purpose and philosophy of research to inform evidence based practice. This is alongside exploring ethical principles, the practice of qualitative and quantitative research design, and literature review methdologies.

Research Methods: Philosophy and Study Design can be taken as a stand-alone module, or as a package of modules, to build towards MSc Public Health and MSc Advanced Occupational Therapy.

Updated 09/02/2024

Highlights

  • To work with a research active team sharing new ways of thinking, knowing and problem solving of contemporary issues in health and social care.
  • Can build towards MSc Public Health and MSc Advanced Occupational Therapy.
  • Supportive and dedicated teaching staff with practice experience.

Course Content

  • Teaching approaches are varied, using an active-blended-learning approach that includes lectures, interactive group work, online learning activities and enquiry based learning.

    The assessment strategies for this module are in the form of coursework with a critical review of primary peer reviewed research and a proposal of contemporary research.

    For further information on this module please contact Dr Jacquie Ridge, module lead at Jacquie.Ridge@northampton.ac.uk

  • The University’s general entry requirements apply. Applicants would normally hold an undergraduate degree and work within a health and social care environment.

  • 2024/254 Tuition Fees

    Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

    • Module costs: £920 per 20 credit module
    2023/24 Tuition Fees

    Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 23/24 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

    • Module costs: £890 per 20 credit module

    For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding pages.

Staff

Is this course for you?

Apply Now
Open Days

Share