Independent Scoping Review - SPY00065M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Semester 2 2024-25 |
Module aims
Working alongside their research mentor within an established research group, students will undertake a scoping review relating to a topic of choice. The research mentor will guide the review and choice of topic.
Module learning outcomes
Subject content
- to gain practical experience of undertaking a scoping review
- to gain detailed knowledge of research evidence relating to a specific policy topic
- to gain understanding of how scoping reviews of evidence might best feed into policy debates and deliberations
Academic and graduate skills
- able to undertake a scoping review of policy related evidence
- able to use scoping review techniques to inform policy debates in an evidence based manner
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Module feedback
Feedback will be given in accordance with the University Policy on feedback in the Guide to Assessment as well as in line with the School policy.
Indicative reading
Arksey, H. and O'Malley, L. (2005) Scoping studies: towards a methodological framework, International Journal of Social Research Methodology, 8, 1, 19-32.
Petticrew, M (2006). Systematic Reviews in the Social Sciences. Oxford: Blackwell