Course Content
Students will complete the following modules - according to their chosen pathway- over the course of one full year (full-time) or two years (part-time). The modules are intended to prepare you for subject-specific study while also developing your skills as a researcher.
All pathways include the modules Dissertation (MRes), which is 120 credits, and Developing Skills for a Career in Research, which is 20 credits.
Dissertation:
The dissertation (120 credits of the 180 credits for the whole Programmes) will involve all the elements of the research process from the design of the study, data collection, analysis of findings and write up in the format of a journal article. Students will be supervised by two members of staff to complete their dissertation. Students will be matched with appropriate staff members who have expertise in the chosen topic and/or methodology.
Each pathway then has the following other 20 credit modules to make them up to 180 credits.
Master of Research (Biomedical Science) – MRes / PGCert
Research Strategies and Innovation in Biomedical Sciences
Analytical & Diagnostic Techniques
Master of Research (Psychology) – MRes / PGCert
Research Methods and Design
Evidence Based Practice
Master of Research (Health) - MRes / PGCert
Applied Research Methods and Design
Evidence Based Practice
Master of Research (Strength & Conditioning) - MRes / PGCert
Please contact Programme Director Jeremy Moody: jmoody@cardiffmet.ac.uk
Master of Research (Stroke) - MRes / PGCert
Applied Research Methods and Design
Research and Practice in Stroke
Master of Research (Critical social sciences of sport, health and education) - MRes / PGCert
Research Methods in Sport – this is core, plus an option of one of the following three modules;
Sustainable Practice in Sport and Physical Culture
Sporting Lives
Transforming Physical Health Education
Learning & Teaching
The MRes programme comprises 180 credits of which 120 are gained from completing a dissertation proposal and dissertation on the student’s chosen topic. Therefore the programme is largely independent research, with the support of academic supervisors. The specialised research taught modules ensure you will be equipped with the knowledge, practical and professional skills to engage in your chosen research area and also to provide you with a broader knowledge base of research methodologies. The taught modules will involve a variety of different learning and teaching methods including: lectures, seminars, small group work, workshops, online learning, tutorials and self-directed learning. Each student will be allocated two members of staff to supervise their dissertation and a separate personal tutor. Your personal tutor will support you with pastoral care and advice for career planning, e.g., supporting you to complete a personal development plan.
Assessment
Each module has its own form of assessment. The majority of modules are assessed via coursework, including research reviews, reports, essays and presentations. The dissertation will be written up in the format of two journal articles or a thesis, in agreement with your supervisors.
Employability & Careers
MRes graduates will be well placed for PhD level study or a career that involves carrying out, critically appraising or applying research findings. Evidence based practice means that a knowledge and understanding of research is essential in all health related domains so that health care providers are able to interpret previous research findings, as well as contributing to the process of designing and carrying out research projects. Graduates will also be well equipped in roles which involve scientific writing, analysis of research, designing or administering research projects and development of research portfolios.
Entry Requirements & How to Apply
A good honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) in a health or social science subject is normally required. However, applicants with relevant professional experience or qualifications are welcomed and will be considered individually.
International Applicants:
Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.5 standard or equivalent. For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications please visit the
International pages on the website.
Selection Procedure:
Once your application has been received you will be invited for a short meeting with the Programme Director to discuss the course in more detail and consider which is the most appropriate programme route to suit your background and future needs.
How to Apply:
Applications for this course should be made direct to the university via our self-service facility. For further information please visit our How to Apply pages at
www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/howtoapply.
If you are interested in using credit from another institution, or have obtained qualifications and/or experience to study for a course at Cardiff Met, you can find further information on this as well as information on how to apply on the
RPL page.
Additional Information
Tuition Fees and Financial Support:
For up to date information on tuition fees and the financial support that may be available. Please refer to
www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/fees.
Please note there are costs in addition to the course fee for this programme. Further information can be accessed via the
fees webpage.
Part-time fees:
Charges are per Single Module unless specified:
Undergraduate = 10 Credits; Postgraduate = 20 Credits
Generally we find most students will complete 60 credits per year for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate study; to obtain a true costing please clarify this by contacting the Programme Director directly.
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