HAR6029: Systematically Reviewing the Research Literature
The Systematically Reviewing the Research Literature (online) module is led by Jo Leaviss. It runs in the Autumn semester and is worth 15 credits.
Overview
The Systematically Reviewing the Research Literature (online) module is led by Jo Leaviss. It runs in the Autumn semester and is worth 15 credits.
It is one of the modules on:
- MSc Advanced Emergency Care (online) (option)
- MSc Clinical Research (NIHR for Academic Clinical Fellows) (option) *
This module is available as a CPD option
This module is available Department-wide in year 1 as a DDP module
*On MSc Clinical Research you can choose either HAR6029 or HAR6501, not both.
Introduction
Delivered by online learning, this module provides an introduction to systematic review methods. The module aims to demonstrate the importance of reviewing the literature systematically regardless of whether or not the desired end product is a formal systematic review. The module will equip students with skills for lifelong acquisition and synthesis of evidence from research; and is aimed at those who are looking for an introduction to systematic reviewing and wish to study online.
Objectives
This module aims to provide students with the know-how and skills to find and critically appraise research literature, and successfully complete a systematic literature review.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module, a student will be able to:
- Describe the distinguishing characteristics of a systematic review and identify the main sources of such reviews
- Summarise the main strengths and limitations of systematic review methods
- Recognise appropriate review techniques and tools of potential applicability to the student’s academic discipline
- Demonstrate the application of systematic methods of literature review to a research topic of the student’s own selection
- Analyse critically and synthesise the findings of key research studies that address the student’s research question
Teaching methods
Recorded Lectures, Tutor Support, Problem Solving/Examples, Online interaction. The teaching content is delivered via the Blackboard facility in the form of 12 online learning Units.
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