A fundamental aspect of scientific research requires the ability to acquire information from original scientific papers, to analyse critically the content and quality of published scientific studies and to present the analysis in a logical and understandable manner. These skills are essential for the day-to-day critical reading of papers by professional scientists but are most tested in the peer-review process of submitted manuscripts.

The aim of this module is to develop the skills required for the acquisition and management of information from the scientific literature, reading and analysis of scientific papers, and the presentation of such analysis. The course will consist of seminars, exercises and discussion sessions.

This module will give you an introduction to the notion of ‘performance gap’ and provide a deeper understanding of post occupancy evaluation...

This module will give you an introduction to the notion of ‘performance gap’ and provide a deeper understanding of post occupancy evaluation methods. Topics covered by the module include factors that contribute towards ‘performance gap’, evaluating performance of in-use buildings through post occupancy evaluation methods, and ways for overcoming these challenges in the future. You will learn how to carry out a BUS survey as well as qualitative methods such as a focus group by carrying out a post occupancy evaluation of a non-residential building.

This module is taken part-time by delegates working in industry. The objective of this module is the completion of a research project which has direct...

This module is taken part-time by delegates working in industry. The objective of this module is the completion of a research project which has direct relevance to the delegate’s company in the areas of development of industrial processes or the improvement of current manufacturing processes. Research can be at any scale and will include the preparation of state-of-the-art appraisals of the selected research area and its application, and the execution of the research including analysis and reporting on findings. This is the final module required to complete the MBI Masters Programme. The student will be assigned an academic supervisor and an industrial supervisor to benefit from multiple perspectives.

On completion of this module the delegate will be able to:

Understand a topic of research which has direct relevance to their company.
	Demonstrate hands-on experience of experimental design, execution and analysis.
	Draw accurate conclusions from the data obtained and compare with the published literature
	Develop independent analytical thinking.
	Demonstrate scientific written and verbal communication and presentation skills.