Professional Development

Applications

University

Assessment

Assessment for this module comprises a written report (2,500 word maximum) based on critical appraisal of research related to professional practice.

Formative assessment will be offered during the module and may include tutorials, group discussion, and review of draft work.

Careers/further study

This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).

Content

This level 6 (undergraduate level) module syllabus typically includes:

• Developing research questions and searching for evidence.
• Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Critical appraisal of evidence.
• Secondary research.
• Implementation of evidence in practice.

Course Director

Dr Mwidimi Ndosi

E-mail

pd@uwe.ac.uk

Introduction

This 15 credit module, Evidence and Research in Practice, will equip you with an understanding of the research process and research methodologies and methods commonly used in health and social care. The module will enable you to develop your skills in critical evaluation of evidence and application to clinical practice.

It provides underpinning knowledge and understanding of research methods, enabling you to develop skills in critical appraisal of research. It also supports preparation for a dissertation.

On successful completion of this level 6 module, you will be able to:

• demonstrate understanding of the research process including research methodologies and methods. 
• locate and critically evaluate research related to practice, and in the context of the wider evidence base.    
• evaluate and critically analyse the barriers and enablers to implementing evidence in practice.

Key Facts

The Evidence and Research in Practice module is available at both 15 (UZWRSS-15-3) or 20 (UZWR38-2-03) credits. Community Practice/District Nurse pathway students will need to undertake the 20 credit, level 3 (UZWR38203), Evidence and Research in Practice module.

Learning and Teaching

Learning will be facilitated through a range of approaches which may include face-to-face teaching, facilitated discussion, online learning and independent study.

Study facilities

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Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

15 credit level 6 module