Research Foundations (828C1)
Research Foundations
Module 828C1
Module details for 2025/26.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module requires students to carry out the foundations for a research project on a specialised topic in the area of their degree. It will involve a project-specific mix of training in practical skills, the consideration of ethical aspects, potential impacts and the risks to health and safety associated with the planned research, the generation of hypotheses and the production of initial data. Records of training, experiments and practical work will be recorded in a laboratory book together with a reflective commentary to form a record of the research journey for the student.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of a specialised topic in the area of their degree and the ability to critically evaluate primary literature and experimental data
Plan and execute an independent piece of project work on a specialised topic in the area of their degree, demonstrating understanding and competence in practical research techniques, problem solving and autonomy, and ability to assess risks and issues with regards to health and safety.
Show an understanding of ethical aspects and the potential impacts of research on a specialised topic
Demonstrate the ability to learn independently from experience to develop skills and understanding
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | A1 Week 2 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 10000000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 8 hours | 00500000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 00011100000 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 02000200000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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