This Module is designed to give you an overview of current Research Governance relating to many aspects of research in the UK.  It comprises three main...

This Module is designed to give you an overview of current Research Governance relating to many aspects of research in the UK.  It comprises three main sections; Ethics, Good Practices and Quality Control.  Within these sections there is information on the governance surrounding research involving people, research involving animals, and good practice legislation relating to both.  There is also information on the governance relating to study design, data (and data sharing), publishing, authorship and management of the risk of research misuse.

As existing or future students and employees in clinical or scientific settings, how do we ensure that our work is of the highest ethical and scientific standards and that we promote good practice in all our endeavours?  The answer is simply understanding and employing the principles of Research Governance.

For a number of social and historical reasons, research has been increasingly regulated over the last few decades.  The benefits of this seem obvious; including protecting vulnerable groups, reducing fraud and misconduct, and financial probity.  However, there are also disadvantages, including time delays, constraints on freedom in research enterprise, and a lot of paperwork.  But, understanding and employing the principles of Research Governance will reduce the disadvantages and ensure the you meet the highest possible standards in your work.

This module aims to help students think strategically about technology and to give them the knowledge and skills necessary for technology innovation, planning...

This module aims to help students think strategically about technology and to give them the knowledge and skills necessary for technology innovation, planning and exploitation in a dynamic business environment. This includes discussion of key technological influences as well as ways of understanding the lifecycle of technology. The module includes an introduction to technology, IT concepts and architectures, and technology design, with key concepts in modern technology. Management of knowledge and technology maturity, technology lifecycles, technology transfer and standards are also covered. The module also explores scenario planning, technology forecasting and roadmapping, and how to use technology to achieve the strategic objectives for an organisation. This is achieved through a combination of interactive lectures and case studies where the taught principles are applied.