John Clapham

The aim of this module is to enable you to develop research methodology knowledge to inform design of a research proposal relating to an aspect of practice. It will provide you with a working knowledge of the principles and practice of research design to undertake independent research at advanced level. Your learning will include an introduction to critical thinking about ontology, epistemology and methodological approaches (research strategies) to enquiry, before proceeding to consider enquiry focus, aims, objectives and feasibility.