Students will gain a formal understanding of research and will develop the ability to critically reflect on research approaches and practices in the field of computing. Research Methods will also encourage an appreciation of the different ways that other disciplines, academic communities and industries all conduct research. There will be an opportunity to plan a research project and develop a convincing study design to address a challenge or problem. This module explores ethical and data management issues associated with research as well as research and innovation practices in industry.
The module covers the fundamentals of research such as sampling and design, before considering strategies and research methods. Furthermore, the module offers greater insight into research design, such as how to structure and frame research studies, choosing a research strategy and selecting the best research method. Students will learn about ethical issues in research and approval processes before understanding the opportunities and expectations from their industrial placements.