Course information

The main focus of this module is the development of research skills and knowledge to underpin the use of research to inform social work practice. The concept of evidence-based practice and its impact for practice effectiveness will be explored. The module will challenge student to develop the techniques and skills for conducting systematic literature review and to consolidate the skills in critical appraisal of research paper to provide robust evidence-base for practice. The module will develop learners practice governance and ethical principles and procedures for research in Social Work and discuss the relationship between health and social care policy and responsibility for practice. The module will provide an overview of the methods of quantitative and qualitative research including methods of data collection and analysis appropriate to a particular type of research . The strengths and limitations of quantitative and qualitative approaches to research and discussion of the facilitators and barriers to the application of research in practice.in health and social work will be considered. The module develops the research skills essential in helping students to search and obtain relevant academic materials for other assignments within the BA Social Work provision. This module seeks to support the development of resilience and problem solving in relation to the university of Bolton GAME attributes. This module is designed to meet a variety of SWEPS including3.3, 3.5, 3.13, 4.2 and 4.3. The module also meets the following Apprenticeship Standards; K6, K19, S18, B4, and B5.