This is compulsory for MA Public Health who have completed all other compulsory modules.

This module runs exclusively in trimester 3 (May). It is not available in any other trimester. By selecting this module, you acknowledge that it can only be taken during the listed trimester.

This module is for Overseas fee payers only.

This module is worth 60 credits and will be completed over two trimesters.

Detailed Description

The master’s dissertation is a cumulation of your learning and knowledge gained from undertaking the modules during your master’s journey to independently carry out a piece of research, either through conducting a literature review, original primary research (small scale study) or writing of a substantial research proposal (that can be taken forward for doctoral study) on a topic aligned to public health and your research interests.

Module Content: Skills resources online via Moodle
• How to choose your research topic and develop an original research question (L01)
• How to choose an appropriate and feasible research design in order to answer your research question? (LO1)
• How to develop a literature search strategy (L02)
• Critical appraisal of literature using standardised tools (L02)
• How to navigate ethical and research governance issues (LO3)
• Methods of data collection/extraction (L04)
• Analysis and synthesis of data (L04)
• Writing up your project (L05)