SWM5170

Special research study ( 12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Professor Thea Brown

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2005 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2005 (OCL)
Caulfield Second semester 2005 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: Unit content will be developed between the student and an appointed staff supervisor. Topics could include small research projects such as evaluations of particular health and welfare programs, pilot studies, literature reviews, or the learning and implementation of particular Social Work approaches or theories. The focus may be on any field in which Social Workers are employed, dependant on staff availability to supervise.

Objectives: The subject's content will be developed between the student and an appointed staff supervisor. Topics could include small research projects such as evaluations of particular health and welfare programs, pilot studies, literature reviews, or the learning and implementation of particular Social Work approaches or theories. The focus may be on any field in which Social Workers are employed, dependant on staff availability to supervise.

Assessment: Research report, evaluation report, or assignment (9000 words): 100%