Systematic Review
Focus on the appraisal and synthesis of evidence from research literature and documentary sources

This 20 credit module focuses on the appraisal and synthesis of evidence from research literature
and documentary sources. Participants gain hands-on experience
using JBI software (SUMARI). You will learn more about the systematic
review methodology, critically analyse research and text or opinion papers as
part of the review process and use software to perform a meta-analysis and
meta-synthesis of selected studies.
This module may be used as a standalone option as formal training in research methods to support personal fellowships eg. those offered by NIHR ACFs, NIHR-HEE PCAFs and internship schemes.
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Increase your knowledge of systematic review methodology to improve healthcare practice.
You will consider valid evidence from research,
the context in which care is delivered, client preference and professional
judgment of the health professional. The core of evidence synthesis is the
systematic review of literature of a particular intervention, condition or phenomenon
of interest.
With this module you will gain further knowledge of the methods and tools used to appraise and synthesise evidence from research literature and documentary sources.
This module will:
Upon completion the learner will be expected to be able to:
Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
Access to:
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9, 10, 30 November and 1 December 2020.
The university is following government guidelines on COVID 19 and there is a possibility that some modules may require online delivery. We will keep you informed of any decisions regarding this.
Occasionally delivery dates might be subject to change - always check with the module lead or Professional Development Unit.
Please be aware that all modules run to minimum numbers.
In the event that there are low numbers, this module may be rescheduled to an alternative date.
Some modules are also subject to maximum numbers.
You will normally be a healthcare professional with a first degree or a related academic degree. BSc (Hons) at 2:2 or above, or European first cycle equivalent. Clinicians without a degree but with appropriate experience may be eligible to apply. Overseas students require IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent required.
Please see our Professional Development module fees page.
The leads for this module are Mr Keith Walker and Professor Mary Hickson.
Email: pdu@plymouth.ac.uk
Professional Development Unit, Level 4 Rolle Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom.
Monday–Thursday 8:30–17:00 and Friday 8:30–16:30.