| Code | NU6304 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 Oct - 13 Nov 2026 |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Fees | 鈧�900 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | Round One: 26 June 2026 |
| Course Delivery Method | Online |
| Venue | Fully On-line. |
| Credits | 10 |
| Start Date | 5 Oct 2026 |
Outline
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Show an understanding of research integrity.
- Recognise suitable research problems and the resulting opportunities for research.
- Apply methods to search the literature showing an understanding of the most appropriate search resources to use.
- Investigate different research designs discriminating between approaches.
- Analyse research based evidence demonstrating skills in synthesising the literature.
- Summarise methods used for data analysis.
- Produce a Research Report.
Module Objective: To introduce students to research designs and methods and to facilitate the development of advanced knowledge of research information literacy resources. To equip students with the necessary skills required to appraise and synthesise research studies.
Module Content: Research integrity, advanced information literacy strategies, methodological approaches, research protocol development including ethical considerations, data handling (collection, coding, analysing and interpreting), systematic research appraisal and synthesis, academic writing.
Delivery (Fully online module):
- Orientation: delivered online
- Online: 200hr(s)
- Other (Online Learning; Discussion Board Preparation and Participation, Required Reading, Assignment Preparation and Submission, Self-Directed Learning).
Assessment: Total Marks 200: Continuous Assessment 200 marks (2,000 word Accumulative Report -120 marks; Online activities- 80 marks).
Compulsory Elements: Continuous Assessment.
Module Co-ordinator: Prof Eileen Savage, School of Nursing & Midwifery.
Lecturer(s): Staff, School of Nursing & Midwifery.
Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following to be eligible to apply:
- Applicants must be qualified healthcare professionals registered with the regulatory body in their country of residence.
- Applicants must have a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent.
- Applicants for Advanced Research Methods Applied to Healthcare must have achieved a pass result in a postgraduate research methods module equivalent to Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice for Quality Improvement in Healthcare (10 credits).
Recognition of Prior learning (RPL):
Applicants who do not meet the above programme entry requirements may be eligible to apply through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). See information on RPL here.
To be considered, applicants should be able to demonstrate experience and training in a relevant field. View the RPL for applicants guide here: /en/ace/helphub/ .
Some such applicants may be invited for an interview to satisfy the selection committee of their suitability for the programme. Admission to such applicants will be subject to the approval of the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
UCC Student IT Requirements: All applicants should ensure the meet the UCC Student IT Requirements prior to application. See here: ACE Help Hub
Fees and Costs
The fee for this programme is €900
- This is payable on application (unless you are sponsored/funded)
- This fee is fully refundable if the programme does not run or you are not offered a place on the programme
About Funding
- Those applying for NMPDU, or other funding should contact the funding body directly.
- A guide to indicating NMPDU funding during your application can be found here: ACE Help Hub
For further information on fees and financial supports please click here.
How To Apply
Applications are accepted in two rounds.
- Round 1 closes on 26 June and Round 2 closes on 28 August.
- If all places are filled by eligible applicants by the Round 1 deadline, the programme will not open for Round 2.
- For round 2, applications will remain open until the final deadline or until all places are filled, whichever occurs first. Early application is strongly advised.
Before you apply, please prepare the following items which you will need during your application:
- Proof of Identity (Birth Cert, Passport or Driver's Licence)
- Passport-style Photograph
- Copy of your degree parchment/transcript if not a previous UCC graduate.
- English Language Test Report (if applicable)
- Supporting documentation (if required for RPL)
- Programme fee (unless sponsored/funded)
Create an account or login to UCC Apply (click the 'Apply' button below).
- Start a new application
- WHEN ASKED FOR APPLICATION TYPE - YOU MUST CHOOSE: ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
- During the application on the tab titled Academic Level, under Level Selection, select the following options:
- Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
- Course Type: CPD Credit-Bearing Modules
- Academic Programme: Advanced Research Methods Applied to Healthcare NU6304
You can view a CPD Application Guide for all Nursing & Midwifery courses here: /en/ace/helphub/