Research Project

Aim

To develop learners' skills of independent enquiry and critical analysis by undertaking a sustained research investigation of direct relevance to their Higher Education programme and professional development.

Learning outcomes

LO1 Understand how to formulate a research specification

1.1 Formulate and record possible research project outline specifications

1.2 Identify the factors that contribute to the process of research project selection

1.3 Undertake a critical review of key references

1.4 Produce a research project specification

1.5 Provide an appropriate plan and procedures for the agreed research specification

LO2 Be able to implement the research project within agreed procedures and to specification

2.1 Match resources efficiently to the research question or hypothesis

2.2 Undertake the proposed research investigation in accordance with the agreed specification and procedures

2.3 Record and collate relevant data where appropriate

LO3 Be able to evaluate the research outcomes

3.1 Use appropriate research evaluation techniques

3.2 Interpret and analyse the results in terms of the original research specification

3.3 Make recommendations and justify areas for further consideration

LO4 Be able to present the research outcomes

4.1 Use an agreed format and appropriate media to present the outcomes of the research to an audience.