Research Appreciation and Application (SNM3177/SNM3135) - Distance Learning

For full details about this Continuing Professional Development Unit please see below:

Who is it for? This unit is suitable for all health care practitioners wishing to develop their research skills.	Overview of content: Sources of knowledge, history of research in professional practice Role of research in modern care practice Literature searching Ethics of research: human experimentation, ethical codes, ethical committies A selection of both quantitative and qualitative research methods Qualitative versus quantitative debate Statistical analysis Implications of existing research findings Application of research findings to clinical practice Factors affecting uptake of research Role of practitioner researcher. Action research. Strategies to improve research awareness Journal clubs, special interest groups, post basic opportunities, job-share/joint appointments Factors influencing the undertaking of research
What is it about? This unit is about understanding and reading research and being able to summarise reports succinctly for use in the assessment process.
How does it enhance practice? This unit enhances practice by providing the professional with the necessary knowledge to be able to critically read and understand research reports and, where possible, make recommendations for change based upon a review of the literature.

Mode of Assessment:

Assignment in which the student critically analyses and evaluates a range of research approaches.

Links to Professional/Academic Award:

BMedSci (Hons) Health and Social Care Studies (Ongoing and Supportive Care)
BMedSci (Hons) Health and Social Care Studies (Sexual Health)
BMedSci (Hons) Health and Social Care Studies (Primary Care and Public Health)
BMedSci (Hons) Health and Social Care Studies (Neonatal Intensive Care)
BMedSci (Hons) Health and Social Care Studies (Acute, High Dependency and Critical Care)

Credit:

20 credits at level 6

Delivery Site:

University of Sheffield - Central Campus

If successful in your application for the course you will receive a confirmation email with the exact details of the location of teaching, closer to the start date.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is based at Barber House, Glossop Road, Sheffield; opposite the Royal Hallamshire Hospital however teaching may take place across the University site. Please see a map below of the Central Campus; Barber House is number 92 (it has not yet been updated on the key). If you have any enquiries about the location of the teaching please contact the General Enquiry Line on 0114 222 2030.

Central-Campus-Map

Programme Leader/Contact Name:

Mark Limb

Tel: 0114 222 2051 Email: m.k.limb@sheffield.ac.uk