NATS 7044 Science and Health Research Project PG

Legacy Code 300742

Coordinator Samsul Huda Opens in new window

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Restrictions

Enrolment in this subject by non-Master of Science or Master of Health Science students requires permission from the Director, Academic Program.

Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Utilise their knowledge of contemporary issues relevant to their study major in order to identify a suitable topic for further investigation.
  2. Prepare an appropriate research proposal for the investigation of research issues/problems appropriate to their study major (including an ethics review application, if applicable).
  3. Review and critique current literature relating to their study topic.
  4. Collect and analyse research data in their relevant area of specialisation.
  5. Discuss their research findings.
  6. Appropriately communicate their research plans, findings and recommendations by means of an oral presentation and a written report.

Subject Content

Knowledge and practice in applied research, specifically in relation to:
- literature Review
- research design
- Ethical conduct of research
- data collection
- data analysis
- research report writing
- dissemination of results

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 Mandatory
Research Proposal including Research Ethics 3,500 words 15 N Individual
Final Seminar 45 minutes 20 N Individual
Research Project Report Approximately 7,500 words (depending on specialisation area) 65 N Individual

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