Module Code - Title:
NM8019
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HEALTHCARE PRACTICE RESEARCH DISSERTATION MODULE C03
Year Last Offered:
N/A
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
PF
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
The overall aim of the dissertation is to enable students to develop and demonstrate independent research skills, critical thinking skills and to apply these skills to an issue of importance in a relevant area communicating this in an appropriate manner. In most cases as experiences practitioners they will be in a position to deliver contributions to both the academic community and their practice area by conducting research into issues and phenomena that arise in the field of their professional practice. The dissertation offers the student the opportunity to initiate, implement, evaluate and write up a research thesis in an area of their choosing. Through the study of a topic in the field of their professional practice and to apply their theoretical knowledge to a practical situation to advance the body of knowledge in their field.
Syllabus:
As the range of dissertation topics is so diverse there is no formal syllabus for this part of the dissertation process. Instead, students are encouraged to regularly meet with their supervisors to discuss literature, data requirements and methodological issues surrounding their research.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
Develop a comprehensive and critical comprehension of the body of knowledge within a chosen research area.
Write research proposals and conduct a literature review.
Apply an appropriate research methodology to address the research question.
Critically evaluate and interpret information and evidence from both academic and practitioner sources.
Evaluate and argue alternative approaches to theories and models from applied research.
Identify and appraise options and make specific recommendations for action and implementation.
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
N/A
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
N/A
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
This is a self-directed learning module which is accompanied by direct supervision from the students doctoral supervisor. The taught component of the Professional Doctorate in Healthcare Practice will provide students with knowledge on the stages involved in the process of completing a doctoral research. The student will be expected self-manage their own time and prioritise their activities in relation to planning and organising their research. They will work autonomously, exercising initiative and personal responsibility for the achievement of their stated research objectives. Upon completion of the Professional Doctorate in Healthcare Practice dissertation the student will possess the following graduate attributes: Knowledge in the application of the scientific method, Collaborative in the development of a research instrument with their supervisor, Articulate in the communication of findings through reports and analysis.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
Prime Texts:
Aveyard H (2010)
Doing A Literature Review In Health And Social Care : A Practical Guide 2nd ed.
, Open University Press England e-book
Bloch, J.R., Courtney, M.R., and Clark, M.L. (2016)
Practice-Based Clinical Inquiry in Nursing Looking Beyond Traditional Methods for PhD and DNP Research
, Springer Publishing Company.
Bressan, V., Bagnasco, A., Aleo, G., Timmins, F., Barisone, M., Bianchi, M., Pellegrini, R., and Sasso, L. (2017)
Mixed‐methods research in nursing - a critical review', Journal of clinical nursing, 26(19-20), 2878-2890
, available: https://doi.org/10.1111/jocn.13631
De Chesnay, M. (Ed.) (2015)
Nursing Research Using Ethnography : Qualitative Designs and Methods in Nursing, New York:
, Springer Publishing Company, LLC
Griffiths, F. (2009)
Research methods for health care practice.
, SAGE Publications, Ltd
Houser, J (2023)
Nursing Research : Reading, Using, and Creating Evidence, Fifth edition. ed
, Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Howitt, D. and Cramer, D (2020)
Research Methods in Psychology, Sixth edition. ed
, Harlow, England: Pearson
LoBiondo-Wood, G. and Haber, J. (Eds.) (2018)
Nursing Research : Methods and Critical Appraisal for Evidence-Based Practice, 9th edition. ed
, St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier
Other Relevant Texts:
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Summer
Module Leader:
alice.coffey@ul.ie