Week 1: Introduction

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  • Introduction to the Module
    • The process of conducting a research project will be outlined.
    • The module’s resources will be highlighted and the of undertaking a research project will be discussed.
    • The process of working with your supervisor will be detailed.
  • Selecting a research topic
    • Students will be reminded of how to search for research literature and how to read and evaluate such literature.
    • Students will be guided in the process of identifying a potential topic, based upon a review of current research.
    •  The evaluation of the suitability and viability of potential research topics shall be examined.
    • The importance of making a contribution to knowledge will be raised.
    • The setting of aims and objectives shall be discussed.
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  • You and your supervisor
    • Students will be encouraged to reflect on their intrinsic and extrinsic resources.
    • Students will be guided in expectations of the supervisor/student relationship, from both perspectives, in order to manage that relationship productively.
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