4500 word protocol, which will enable the student to design a research project that addresses a research issue that they have identified in practice or an area of special interest.

Protocol

Approaches to research, the research process. Quantitative research designs, data collection and analysis techniques in quantitative research.
Qualitative methods, data collection and data analysis techniques in qualitative research.
Components of critical appraisal of literature.
Barriers to research implementation and dissemination.
Mixed methods
Protection of research participants ethics and good clinical practice

Research in Health and Social Care - 6003SLTN

Research in Health and Social Care

Critically examine the research process in quantitative qualitative and mixed methods research

Critically analyse the significance of research questions in determining research
design.

Evaluate research literature in health and social care development and clinical management

Critically reflect on the suitability of research methods utilised in health and social care