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Overview
You’ll learn about how to conduct research, including particular methods of data collection and analysis, and reflect on the relationship between research and development policy and practice.
Vocational relevance of Researching Global Development module at The Open University UK
Research skills are valued in many careers in global development and related fields. In addition to research-focused roles, understanding research processes and outputs is important in making, implementing and evaluating policy and in planning, managing and implementing protects in a wide range of fields. The skills you’ll learn in this module and experience of conducting independent research are also essential for students who wish to pursue further postgraduate research.
Programme Structure
Modules
- In Block 1, you’ll have chance to reflect on the key challenges and issues in global development that you've previously explored. You’ll also think about your own personal and professional experiences and objectives and how these might inform your dissertation.
- During Block 2 you’ll develop a comprehensive research proposal. You’ll learn about research methodology and principles of research design, as well as specific methods of data collection and analysis and how to use them. T
- In Blocks 3 and 4 you'll have more time for independent research, supported by one-to-one discussions with your tutor. At the end of Block 3 you’ll be able to submit some of your work for feedback.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 8 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
International Development Public Policy Political Science View 43 other Short Courses in Public Policy in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This is a compulsory module for Stage 3 of both routes through the MSc in Global Development and will be the final module that you study. You need to have successfully completed the modules at Stages 1 and 2, unless you choose to study Stages 2 and 3 simultaneously.
Tuition Fee
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International
4735 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4735 GBP for the full programme during 8 months. -
National
4735 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4735 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
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