This module is designed to help researchers in the sciences to: Know, understand and explain the key responsibilities they have as researchers. Identify the challenges they could face in meeting those responsibilities. Be aware of strategies for dealing with pressures…
Topic: Research Skills
Online Research Skills
This module covers a range of early-stage research skills tailored towards the needs of graduate students in the Sciences. The module employs a combination of e-learning using materials delivered via the Blackboard VLE and face-to-face workshops with discussion of specific…
Research Methods Applied to Healthcare
This module is designed to build upon the student’s existing knowledge and skills in relation to the critique and utilisation of research. More specifically it offers a critical perspective in both the interpretation of evidence for practice and the application…
Appraisal Translational Med B
This module is designed to enable translational medicine research students – to further develop their knowledge of the clinical issues and scientific developments relevant to their research, – to further develop their critical analysis skills – to become adept at…
Appraisal Translational Med A
This module is designed to enable research students to integrate the scientific and clinical aspects of their translational research, to increase their ability to critically assess the current literature and develop their critical thinking skills. It is also designed to…
Research Ethics and Integrity
The aim of this course is to increase the capacity of PhD candidates to transform the principles of research ethics and integrity into concrete action while undertaking research for doctoral degrees, as well as throughout their professional careers. All types…
ICAT Laboratory Modules
The ICAT Laboratory skills course is separated into two modules: 1. Experimental Biology This is the first experimental-focused module of the ICAT program. The module will provide a practical and theoretical introduction to laboratory skills. The module opens with an early…
STEPS – Scientific Training for Enhanced Postgraduate Studies
Objective: To give postgraduate students an introduction to principles and practice of scientific research, particularly through focussing on scientific writing and presentation skills. To use case studies from the recent history of science to illustrate principles discussed. Students completing…
Research Methods and Statistics for Health Professionals
This module is designed for students undertaking research in the health and allied health professional area, particularly physiotherapists and radiographers. It introduces students the theoretical background that underpins informed research methods, research practice and statistical analysis, provide students with the…
Applied Research Methods & Data Management
This module prepares students working or intending to work in a population health or clinical setting to undertake all elements of a research project from concept through design, implementation and analysis to interpretation and presentation of findings. The focus of…