Independent Study

Module code: HES7001-A

Module Aims       

To enable the student to identify a topic of personal interest and professional relevance in which to develop higher level skills which will be specifically related to their professional practice/area of employment.

Outline Syllabus   

An independent study module allowing the student to undertake an in depth appraisal of a topic related to their professional discipline and produce an assignment which will demonstrate an increased knowledge base in the subject.

The module will allow the student an element of initiative on the part of the choice and approach to the study. The approach to a topic may be a critical review of literature or current research on a topic or a report on a work related issue.

The student may choose to review and evaluate current practice or report a recent change in practice. The essential elements in the module are critical evaluation, analysis, synthesis and critical reflection. The approach to the topic should demonstrate critical appraisal. A supervisor will provide initial guidance with the choice of topic and approach.

Demonstration of the learning outcomes will be stated in the learning contract.  Students undertaking any other Independent study module must ensure that the submitted work is on a different theme or issue.

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