Master of Research (School of Sport & Health Sciences) - MRes / PGCert

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 programme) 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 the 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

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 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.

Each module has its own form of assessment. Most 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.

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 can 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.

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.

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.

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 here.

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.

For general enquiries, please contact the Admissions Team on 029 2041 6044 or email askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

For course specific enquiries, please contact the Programme Director, Professor Sarah Curran (scurran@cardiffmet.ac.uk).

For Master of Research (Strength & Conditioning), please contact Jeremy Moody (jmoody@cardiffmet.ac.uk).