Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Online

Module Offerings

7505UCEPG-APR-PAR

Aims

To provide a critical understanding of the academic research process understanding the differing techniques, strategies and methods used to undertake research in the built environment.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically appraise, compare and interpret key theories, concepts and methodological issues related to research in the built environment.
2.
Critically explain and relate the nature and purpose of each stage in the research process and be able to justify options related to the preparation of a post-graduate research study.
3.
Critically apply and propose appropriate research knowledge and techniques to each stage of the research process.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Overview of the research process focusing on research design and strategy.
Formulation of a research question and specific area of study.
Information sources and the purpose, nature and scope of literature reviewing.
Data collection techniques used in quantitative and qualitative research.
Process of data validation, inputting, and analysis.
Interpretation, discussion and conclusions of research findings.
Additional Information:
The module develops students' critical understanding of the research process as well as skills in research design, implementation and presentation in terms of the preparation and production of a post-graduate research study.

Assessments

Essay
Report