A report of 1000 words weighted at 20% in week 6 consisting of a research proposal that includes research area, the proposed project title, aims and objectives, a rationale/introduction and outline of research sources to be used. [Tests learning outcome 1].
An assignment of 1000 words weighted at 20% consisting of a justified methodological approach in respect of achieving stated aims and objective,updated project title, a research timetable, reflection of the module so far and list of sources [Tests learning outcome 2 ].
An assignment of 3000 words weighted at 60% comprising a criticaln analysis of independent research and reasoned argument in respect of research questions/objectives agreed with the student's supervisor. [Tests learning outcomes 2, 3 & 4]

During TB1 you will be introduced to various research philosophies, research methods and you will develop your project proposal. You will practice academic writing, critical thinking, explore alternative research methods and independently explore suitable project topics related to your career development.
During TB2 you will undertake independent research and progress towards completion of your research project with guidance from your project supervisor.

1. CONSTRUCT AN APPROPRIATE RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Communication
Enquiry
Knowledge & Understanding
Learning
Reflection

2. EMPLOY AN APPROPRIATE RESEARCH DESIGN TO ACHIEVE THE RESEARCH PROJECT AIMS
Application
Knowledge & Understanding

3. DEMONSTRATE SYSTEMATICALLY ARGUED RELEVANT, ANALYTICAL AND APPROPRIATE CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Knowledge & Understanding
Problem Solving
Reflection

4. COMMUNICATE FINDINGS IN THE APPROPRIATE WRITTEN STYLE AND FORMAT, UTILISING THE HARVARD REFERENCING METHOD
Communication
Knowledge & Understanding

TB1 will consist of 36 hours of lectures and group sessions. Your supervisor will be provided with formative feedback during group sessions. Your Supervisor will be assigned to you during the second half of TB1. Your supervisor will provide feedback on your individual project proposal. In Week 1 of TB2, you are required to attend a compulsory 2-hour group workshop for generic feedback on the project proposals, guidance on the second assignment and discussions on the final assignment. There will also be a compulsory session in Week 5 of TB2 for further support. Please note the timings may be subject to change.

During TB2 you are required to work independently on the production of your assignment with guidance from your supervisor via individual meetings at predetermined dates/times. You are required to book appointments with your Supervisor using the schedule of available appointments provided to you by your Supervisor. You must bring to each meeting, a prepared list of questions. The Supervisor is there to provide guidance, whilst the project remains your own work and therefore it is your responsibility to manage your study objectives and study time so that a submission is made of an acceptable piece of work by the stated deadline.
There is an additional assessment point i.e. three assessment points as opposed to two assessment points for a 30 credit module. The additional assessment is scheduled to take place in Week 6 of TB1 and aims to provide an opportunity for students to focus their attention on the research tasks ahead, to assess their progress to date and to work effectively towards achieving a high overall module grade

Module study guide
The University Library and Learning Resources - books and academic journals
The module VLE
Electronic data bases
Learning support materials
Internet

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Weirich, T.R., Pearson, T.C., Churyk, N.T. (2009) Accounting and Auditing Research: Tools & Strategies. Wiley.
Hart, C (2006) Doing a Literature Review. Sage
Bell, J (2005) Doing Your Research Project. Open University Press