Overview
Qualification Grading Type
Graded
Graded
Be able to plan an extended research project
Identify and agree an extended research project located within a knowledge domain relevant to the named Diploma.
Produce and explain the aims of the research.
Develop a project brief.
Identify any ethical, practical or safety issues and how these will be managed/overcome.
This should be in line with current legislation including the General Data Protection Regulations.
Maintain a record of project progress through all stages of research, development and completion.
Be able to conduct research.
Identify and conduct in-depth research from a wide range of sources.
Be able to develop ideas.
Select appropriate information and/or evidence.
Analyse the findings and develop ideas.
Evaluate key research findings and draw appropriate conclusions.
Produce a body of work which meets the brief outcomes.
Be able to present the project.
Produce a research report.
Select and use the most appropriate format to present results.
Summarise information coherently in a conventional style, appropriate to the knowledge domain.
Reference all sources using a recommended style of referencing.
Be able to evaluate own writing project.
Reflect on the design and methodology of the project.
Evaluate findings in relation to aims, previous research and relevant theories.
Identify recommendations for the future.