Research Methods:B39RB3 & F29RB3

Research Methods: B39RB3 and F29RB3

Purpose of Module

	To provide an overview and practical introduction to the research techniques and methods applicable to the development of a Masters level dissertation.
	To develop a portfolio to demonstrate practical skills in the use of those research techniques and methods. The portfolio will describe preparation for the project to be conducted during the summer term.

Learning Objectives

	To equip students with an understanding of the techniques and methodologies required for Masters level research
	To provide a framework for project specification and rationale, background research, project planning, experimental design, project implementation and evaluation
	To support the development of academic authoring and technical skills in project specification, planning and research, at a level appropriate for a Masters dissertation
	To develop ethical and professional standards for conducting research

Downloadable Lecture Material

NB For each lecture there are the Powerpoint slides as presented in the lecture, MP3 files and a transcription of the lecture as a pdf file. The MP3 audio files are intended for use in conjunction with the associated PowerPoint slides - either an animated presentation on a PC or with paper print outs.

The mp3 files are from the 2006 lecture and accompany the 2006 ppt slides. The most pertinent and up-to-date information is provided in the 2007 ppt slides - you should study these also and not rely exclusively on the 2006 ppt slides.

To play MP3 files on a PC click on the link and your PC should play it with with eg RealPlayer. RealPlayer can be downloaded for free from here. To download files for later transfer to an MP3 player, right-click and select 'Save Target As...'.