As an important component of dissertation training, this module intends to develop MSc students’ research skills. It aims at enhancing students’ understanding of different types of quantitative research methods and how to apply them appropriately. In particular, quantitative data collection, pre-processing, analysis and implications are comprehensively introduced in this module for the students to manage.
A Identify a problem and provide viable solutions. B Demonstrate the ability to handle data collection and analysis. C Explain, discuss and give concluding statements based on data analysis results. D Communicate data analysis results effectively
Main delivery approach is seminar with different focuses on each seminar. Students will be guided by each seminar topic to start their dissertation prep at an early stage. This also links to the delivery of “Introduction to Research Method II” in semester 2.