The unit introduces research paradigms, methodologies and methods in order that its participants can undertake systematic and critical inquiry into Higher Education policies and practices.
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
The curriculum will cover the following areas:
1. Group Assessment (40%)
This is a group negotiated assessment on a topic of the group’s choice that addresses a key debate in Higher Education, providing evidence of collaborative working and agreed methods. The format of the submission could consist of, for example, a 30-minute presentation (including time for audience questions), a 15-minute video, 16-page booklet or a 1500-2000 word report. Other negotiated options may be available. All group members will receive the same group mark (40% weighting).
In your group you must research:
Either
Or
2. Individual Project Proposal (60%)
An individual research project proposal containing:
Guide length: 3000 words
Please note: this unit is not available on the PGCLTHE
For more information contact the Unit Leader Bernard Lisewski B.Lisewski@mmu.ac.uk
If you are already registered on the MA in HE programme, please do not register for this unit until you have acquired 60 M level PG Certificate credits or their equivalent.
As well as registering below, in some circumstances you may need to complete an application form to study this unit. Please check on the application form page »
Mode of study: online
Number of sessions: 6 (3 hour sessions)
Type of session: workshop
Assessment type and size:
30 min group presentation(40%) - takes place in session 4
2000-3000 research proposal (60%)
Prior knowledge/experience required: sufficient experience of working in HE - suitable for anyone planning a dissertation or research project in HE. If you are already registered on the MA in HE programme, please do not register for this unit until you have acquired 60 M level PG Certificate credits or their equivalent.
When will it run: over two terms, one across autumn and spring, one across spring and summer
Unit leader/contact: Bernard Lisewski
Please note: Units are delivered online. Processing time required for applications and preparation time for participants means that the last registration date cannot be extended
Timetables for units that are currently running can be found at the bottom of this page. Go to current timetables »
Taught sessions began: Tuesday 29th September 2020, 1:00pm
Date | Activity | Location |
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29 Sept 2020 | Session 1 | online |
20 Oct | Session 2 | online |
24 Nov | Session 3 | online |
12 Jan 2021 | Session 4 | online |
2 Feb | Session 5 | online |
9 March | Session 6 | online |
26 April 2021 | Written Assignment Submission | Moodle |
Taught sessions began: Tuesday 19th January 2021, 1:00pm
Date | Activity | Location |
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19 Jan 2021 | Session 1 | online |
16 Feb | Session 2 | online |
16 March | Session 3 | online |
4 May | Session 4 | online |
1 June | Session 5 | online |
29 June | Session 6 | online |
13th Sept 2021 | Written Assignment Submission | Moodle |
Please contact the UTA CPD team if you have any queries.