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Overview
This Research Design and Methodologies course focuses on the tools for planning a research project and the different approaches to data generation and analysis.Research Design and Methodology will provide you with the foundations for taking forward your own research.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) students will achieve the following learning outcomes:Explain the purpose and characteristics of key qualitative and quantitative research methods.Critically evaluate research within its appropriate methodological context.Demonstrate a rigorous and critical understanding of the assumptions underpinning key concepts such as validity, reliability, representativeness, generalisability, subjectivity and reflexivity.Justify the use of key research designs and associated methods of analysis.Show competence in the use of key research methods.Programme Structure
Qualitative methods:- Qualitative research epistemological/ontological assumptions and key theoretical concepts, qualitative research design (recruitment and sampling, research ethics), ensuring quality and rigor.
- Introduction to collecting qualitative data key methods such as interviews, focus groups, qualitative surveys (core assumptions and implementation).
- Introduction to analysing qualitative data key methods such as thematic analysis and interpretative phenomenological analysis (key assumptions and implementation).
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 8 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Educational Research View 59 other Short Courses in Educational Research in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Participants are expected to have a first degree at 2.1 level or above (or equivalent), or alternatively have relevant work experience .
- If you are a non-UK student you will need to show your valid passport on entry to the UK. Please check your eligibility to visit and study in the UK here. If you are a non-Irish EU national currently resident in Ireland please contact us for further advice.
- If English is not your country's first language, you will be required to provide evidence to show you meet the UK Border Agency and the University's minimum English Language requirements.
Tuition Fee
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International
2666 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2666 GBP for the full programme during 8 months. -
National
1583 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1583 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
Living costs for Bristol
750 - 1260 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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