About Research Methods for Work-based Learning, Short Course - at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course Overview

• Qualitative and quantitative approaches to research
• Experiential research and action research
• Techniques associated with research activity
• Planning research
• Ethics

Course Tutor(s)

Dr Liz Wilson

Assessment

Depending on your level of qualification or experience, the assessment will vary slightly. For example, for level 4, this is equivalent to the first year of a University degree the assessment is as follows:

Assessment 1:

Short report to explain how research could be personally and professionally relevant (500 words)

Assessment 2:

Discussion of potential approaches to research (500 words)

Assessment 3:

Analysis of appropriate techniques (1000 words)

Assessment 4:

Discussion of data collected and its relevance (1000 words)

Further Information

You will be required to attend one teaching day at the Carmarthen campus. This day will provide you with a secure foundation to begin your study. Throughout this module you will be supported by a Tutor. This support can either be face-to-face, via telephone, e-mail or Skype - or a mix of all these.

This module can be funded through ESF for eligible participants. Please contact gwlad@uwtsd.ac.uk or 01267 225167 for further information.

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Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Wales Trinity Saint David to find course entry requirements.

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