Course and Subject Handbook

A body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in one or more disciplines

Advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work or learning.

Cognitive skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory and its application

Cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice

Cognitive, technical and creative skills to generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level

Cognitive and technical skills to design, use and evaluate research and research methods

Communication and technical skills to present a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research results to specialist and non-specialist audiences

Technical and communication skills to design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge.

Graduates of a Masters Degree (Research) will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills with creativity and initiative to new situations and/or for further learning

Graduates of a Masters Degree (Research) will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills with high level personal autonomy and accountability

Graduates of a Masters Degree (Research) will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills to plan and execute a substantial piece of research.