Research in Health Professions Education - Module BM6004

Course Details

Course Code(s):

BM6004

Available:

Part-Time

Intake:

Autumn/Fall

Course Start Date:

Autumn 2026

Duration:

12 Weeks

Award:

University Certificate of Study

Qualification:

NFQ Level 9 Minor Award

Faculty: Education and Health Sciences

Course Type: Professional/Flexible, Online

Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.

Contact(s):

for more information or to be notified when applications are open.

Brief Description

Research plays a vital role in shaping effective teaching and learning in health professions education.

Whether you’re involved in curriculum design, faculty development, or clinical teaching, the ability to understand and conduct research is essential.

In this 12-week, Level 9 micro-credential, you’ll learn how to design research studies, gather and analyse data, and critically evaluate educational literature. You’ll explore key research methods and build the skills to investigate meaningful questions in your own teaching practice.

You’ll also develop a complete, ethically sound study proposal, giving you the confidence to take the next step in your research journey.

This module is associated with the MSc Health Professions Education. It can be taken as a standalone University Certificate of Study (UCOS) module or as part of a pathway to a larger award.

During this module, you will:

Develop your ability to identify relevant research questions that can enhance teaching and learning in health professions education.
Learn how to choose appropriate research methods and design a study grounded in sound educational theory.
Build practical skills in ethical research planning, including participant recruitment, data collection, and consent.
Gain confidence in writing a clear, well-structured proposal suitable for academic or professional research projects.

Key Information

This micro-credential will be delivered online over 12 weeks.

You will be assessed using continuous skill-based assignments provided by your lecturer and tutor with no final exam.

Part-time considerations:    

Designed for working professionals  
Evening or recorded lectures  
Additional prep and group work time  
Timetable provided after registration

To help you to be successful on this course:

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in a health-related discipline.
If applicants have a lower result or an unrelated qualification, they may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can provide evidence of two or more years of relevant work experience (Recognised Prior Learning).

Guidelines for your applications:

When applying, be sure to include the Module Code BM6004. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.
By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.
This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.
Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme.

EU and Non EU - €1,300

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).

Other funding

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers:

Academic roles in health professions education and research
Educational development positions within healthcare institutions
Curriculum design and evaluation roles in health education settings
Progression to further study in health professions education or related fields

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