SI Module 6 (E): Dissertation
Summary
This module runs in September, January and May in each academic year and is for students who have passed SI Module 4, gained a PGDip in Sensory Integration AND passed SI Module 5 (Researching for Practice). If you passed the PGDip and SI Module 5 more than 5 years ago please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your options going forward, providing details of your SI academic progress/credits to date.
We are now accepting applications for the September 2025 cohort (applications close at 5pm on 29 August 2025) and the January 2026 cohort (applications close at 5pm on 23 December 2025).
Single module fee: £2,580
See the Entry Conditions
- 45 UK university academic credits - globally recognised and highly transferable
- 48-week course (fixed start and end dates)
- 450 independent learning hours
- Online access to partner Sheffield Hallam University Library and Disabled Student Support
- Free Microsoft Office 365
Overview
This module will enable you to develop a proposal and plan and conduct an in-depth investigation of a topic that contributes to your professional practice. This will take the format of a critical literature review or service evaluation.
It provides the opportunity to apply an understanding of research methods to the investigation. It allows you to demonstrate your ability to work with relative autonomy in undertaking a sustained, in-depth piece of independent learning.
It will also support the dissemination of findings to your professional community. Working with and learning with others is a positive aspect of the module.
- Proposal development
- Ethics and research governance
- Project planning
- Data Management
- Dissemination opportunities
MSc in Advancing Practice (Restructured pathway) Valid for January 2026 course start.docx.pdf