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Professional Development

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Dissertation


Courses

Please select the level of study you wish to apply for. Level M indicates that you wish to study at Masters level, and Levels 1-3 indicate that you wish to study at Degree (Undergraduate) level.

Course Details


Course/Module Code

UZWS4V-40-M

Level

M

Fees

24-25 Accredited 40 credits

£2200.00

Assessed

24-25 Non-Accredited 40 credits

£2200.00

Unassessed

Course Dates

Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.
If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.


Applications

University

Assessment

The assessment strategy for this module is in the form of a portfolio of coursework. The dissertation portfolio should not exceed a maximum of 10,000 words (excluding reference lists) and consists of:

  • a journal article prepared for submission to a journal of their choice.
  • an explanation and justification of the academic journal the paper is (hypothetically) written for.
  • a reflection on their research.

Across the 3 elements of the portfolio, all learning outcomes must be demonstrated. Formative assessment occurs throughout the module as you work with the allocated dissertation supervisor.

Campus

Glenside

Careers/further study

This module can contribute towards:

  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • MSc Specialist Practice
  • MSc Mental Health (Psychosocial Interventions)
  • MSc Medical Ultrasound
  • MSc Nuclear Medicine

Content

You will participate in a dissertation progress seminar, in which all students give presentations and answer questions about the purpose, research strategy and management of their dissertation.

Course Director

Dr Antonia Beringer

Entry Requirements

60 level 3 credits or equivalent. You must have completed and passed the Health and Social Care Research: Methods and Methodology (UZWRGQ-20-M) module or equivalent.

Introduction

On successful completion of this level 7 (Masters level) Dissertation module, you will be able to:

  • produce a comprehensive and critical review of the literature
  • demonstrate breadth and depth of understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of an investigation
  • critically evaluate and explore aspects of the research process including issues of reliability, validity, ethical issues and constraints
  • evaluate and contribute to theoretical and methodological debate in their discipline area
  • design and execute a well planned research study based on relevant research methodology, within a framework of research governance
  • mapping of specific learning outcomes for the dissertation will be dependent upon the nature of the study and the methodology employed.

You will work with your dissertation supervisor to confirm aims, questions and proposed research strategy and set out a programme of work. You will demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage your study.

Learning and Teaching

Independent learning underpins the teaching and learning strategy on the dissertation module. The student will have an identified dissertation supervisor and supervision includes contact hours with the supervisor and formative feedback on draft work. 8 hours of workshops are available for students.

Study facilities

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Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

40, 45 or 60 credit level 7 module


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Course Details


Course/Module Code

UZWS4W-60-M

Level

M

Fees

24-25 Accredited 60 credits

£3301.00

Assessed

24-25 Non-Accredited 60 credits

£3301.00

Unassessed

Course Dates

Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.
If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.


Applications

University

Assessment

The assessment strategy for this module is in the form of a portfolio of coursework. The dissertation portfolio should not exceed a maximum of 10,000 words (excluding reference lists) and consists of:

  • a journal article prepared for submission to a journal of their choice.
  • an explanation and justification of the academic journal the paper is (hypothetically) written for.
  • a reflection on their research.

Across the 3 elements of the portfolio, all learning outcomes must be demonstrated. Formative assessment occurs throughout the module as you work with the allocated dissertation supervisor.

Campus

Glenside

Careers/further study

This module can contribute towards:

  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • MSc Specialist Practice
  • MSc Mental Health (Psychosocial Interventions)
  • MSc Medical Ultrasound
  • MSc Nuclear Medicine

Content

You will participate in a dissertation progress seminar, in which all students give presentations and answer questions about the purpose, research strategy and management of their dissertation.

Course Director

Dr Antonia Beringer

Entry Requirements

60 level 3 credits or equivalent. You must have completed and passed the Health and Social Care Research: Methods and Methodology (UZWRGQ-20-M) module or equivalent.

Introduction

On successful completion of this level 7 (Masters level) Dissertation module, you will be able to:

  • produce a comprehensive and critical review of the literature
  • demonstrate breadth and depth of understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of an investigation
  • critically evaluate and explore aspects of the research process including issues of reliability, validity, ethical issues and constraints
  • evaluate and contribute to theoretical and methodological debate in their discipline area
  • design and execute a well planned research study based on relevant research methodology, within a framework of research governance
  • mapping of specific learning outcomes for the dissertation will be dependent upon the nature of the study and the methodology employed.

You will work with your dissertation supervisor to confirm aims, questions and proposed research strategy and set out a programme of work. You will demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage your study.

Learning and Teaching

Independent learning underpins the teaching and learning strategy on the dissertation module. The student will have an identified dissertation supervisor and supervision includes contact hours with the supervisor and formative feedback on draft work. 8 hours of workshops are available for students.

Study facilities

Explore the fantastic facilities at UWE Bristol's Glenside Campus on this short YouTube clip.

Get a feel for the Health Professions facilities we have on offer here from wherever you are.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

40, 45 or 60 credit level 7 module


Click here to ask us a question about this course. Please include your full name with your question. If required, please let us know if you want us to add you to the future dates mailing list. Alternatively you may email us directly at pd@uwe.ac.uk


Enquire

To view all CPD courses offered by UWE Bristol, please select (click on) the box below

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Course Details


Course/Module Code

UZWSUL-45-M

Level

M

Fees

23-24 Accredited 45 credits

£2349.00

Assessed

23-24 Non-Accredited 45 credits

£2349.00

Unassessed

Course Dates

Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.
If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.


Applications

University

Assessment

The assessment strategy for this module is in the form of a portfolio of coursework. The dissertation portfolio should not exceed a maximum of 10,000 words (excluding reference lists) and consists of:

  • a journal article prepared for submission to a journal of their choice.
  • an explanation and justification of the academic journal the paper is (hypothetically) written for.
  • a reflection on their research.

Across the 3 elements of the portfolio, all learning outcomes must be demonstrated. Formative assessment occurs throughout the module as you work with the allocated dissertation supervisor.

Campus

Glenside

Careers/further study

This module can contribute towards:

  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • MSc Specialist Practice
  • MSc Mental Health (Psychosocial Interventions)
  • MSc Medical Ultrasound
  • MSc Nuclear Medicine

Content

You will participate in a dissertation progress seminar, in which all students give presentations and answer questions about the purpose, research strategy and management of their dissertation.

Course Director

Dr Antonia Beringer

Entry Requirements

60 level 3 credits or equivalent. You must have completed and passed the Health and Social Care Research: Methods and Methodology (UZWRGQ-20-M) module or equivalent.

Introduction

On successful completion of this level 7 (Masters level) Dissertation module, you will be able to:

  • produce a comprehensive and critical review of the literature
  • demonstrate breadth and depth of understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of an investigation
  • critically evaluate and explore aspects of the research process including issues of reliability, validity, ethical issues and constraints
  • evaluate and contribute to theoretical and methodological debate in their discipline area
  • design and execute a well planned research study based on relevant research methodology, within a framework of research governance
  • mapping of specific learning outcomes for the dissertation will be dependent upon the nature of the study and the methodology employed.

You will work with your dissertation supervisor to confirm aims, questions and proposed research strategy and set out a programme of work. You will demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage your study.

Learning and Teaching

Independent learning underpins the teaching and learning strategy on the dissertation module. The student will have an identified dissertation supervisor and supervision includes contact hours with the supervisor and formative feedback on draft work. 8 hours of workshops are available for students.

Study facilities

Explore the fantastic facilities at UWE Bristol's Glenside Campus on this short YouTube clip.

Get a feel for the Health Professions facilities we have on offer here from wherever you are.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

40, 45 or 60 credit level 7 module


Click here to ask us a question about this course. Please include your full name with your question. If required, please let us know if you want us to add you to the future dates mailing list. Alternatively you may email us directly at pd@uwe.ac.uk


Enquire

To view all CPD courses offered by UWE Bristol, please select (click on) the box below

View courses