Learning Outcome

Understand the principles of research methods, research governance, application of ethics to research and the translation of research into practice.

Domain of Clinical Practice Research and Scholarship
Level Level 4
Code RS4.1
Descriptors
  • Apply advanced knowledge of principles of qualitative, quantitative, bio-statistical and epidemiological research methods. 
  • Apply involvement in research governance and research ethics applications, e.g. Health Research Authority and Research Ethics Committee (REC) for a clinical research project. 
  • Apply adherence to GMC and other guidance on ethical conduct in research and consent for research. 
  • Apply service improvement by revision/development of guidelines based on: contemporary clinical research/evidence; own research.  
Method of Assessment
Other information

See the Level 4 Guide for examples of evidence that can be used.