Research Methods

Develop your understanding of research methods through research questions and literature review. The subject develops study design and data collection, then examines ethics and interpretation. Prepare a feasible investigation proposal with a defined evidence need.

Learning outcomes

• Explain research questions and literature review using an appropriate example.
• Analyse a subject-related problem involving study design and data collection.
• Present reasoned evidence addressing ethics and interpretation.

Main topics

• Research questions
• Literature review
• Study design
• Data collection
• Ethics
• Interpretation

Practical task

Prepare a feasible investigation proposal with a defined evidence need.

Assessment

Submit a proposal, methods rationale and ethics considerations.