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Research in disability studies - EDS4805

Post Graduate Diploma Year module NQF level: 8 Credits: 24
Module presented in Module presented online
Purpose: Research is an important aspect of post graduate education. The purpose of this module is to equip students with a sound understanding of the key issues regarding the conduct of research and professional presentation of research findings in a variety of contexts. It also aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to interpret, evaluate, judge and apply the concepts, principles and techniques of appropriate scientific methods of inquiry. Students credited with this module are able to think critically and holistically when dealing with real-life challenges when conducting research, identify a research problem, do a literature review, decide on research methodology, plan a research project and create a research proposal. This module will be relevant to people researching in disability issues including teachers, education specialists, and other professionals.