NURS 4006 Nursing Honours Thesis (Part-time)
Credit Points 20
Legacy Code 400204
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Description This is a 60 credit point subject taken over three terms (20 credit points in each term). This subject claims to provide an opportunity for students to plan and implement a research project related to nursing which results in the production of a thesis. In consultation with an academic supervisor, the student will select a topic, conduct a literature review, design a research study, and report the findings and their implications. Attendance and participation at research seminars/colloquia is expected.
School Nursing & Midwifery
Discipline General Nursing
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 20cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 4 subject
Assumed Knowledge
A basic knowledge of research methods at undergraduate level or equivalent is required.
Learning Outcomes
- Investigate a health or nursing related issue or problem in depth through a review of the literature;
- Identify a researchable question related to a health or nursing issue or problem;
- Develop a research proposal;
- Obtain formal approvals for research, e.g. ethical approval, where required;
- Perform data collection and data analysis relevant to the research proposal;
- Contribute to discussions about the research process with professional colleagues;
- Produce a thesis of the prescribed length and format which demonstrates proficiency in the execution of the study and ability to effectively communicate results and conclusions.
Subject Content
- completion of An Honours degree requires The ability to be able to complete A major piece of work within A set time frame. The size and scope of The work should be considered in relation to time and resource requirements.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Thesis | 20,000 words | 100 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods
1st Half
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2nd Half
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