On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Investigate a health or nursing related issue or problem in depth through a review of the literature;
2. Identify a researchable question related to a health or nursing issue or problem;
3. Develop a research proposal;
4. Obtain formal approvals for research, e.g. ethical approval, where required;
5. Perform data collection and data analysis relevant to the research proposal;
6. Contribute to discussions about the research process with professional colleagues; and
7. 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.

Students are required to engage in scholarly work consistent with the expectation of an Honours program. Completion of an Honours degree requires the ability to be able to complete the compulsory significant research component, namely a written honours thesis of 15,000-20,000 words within a set time frame.