NURS 4009 Readings and Methodology
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 400201
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Description This subject will broaden and deepen students understanding of research methodologies and methods and develop research skills in order to enable them to apply these to a specific Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) research project that can contribute to evidence-based practice and nursing disciplinary knowledge.
School Nursing & Midwifery
Discipline General Nursing
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 4 subject
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4529 Bachelor of Nursing (Honours).
Assumed Knowledge
A basic knowledge of research methods at undergraduate level or equivalent is required.
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.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposal | 2500 words | 60 | N | Individual |
| Essay | 1500 words | 40 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Wood, M. J., & Ross-Kerr, J. C.. (2011). Basic steps in planning nursing research: From question to proposal (7th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones and Bartlett
Teaching Periods