Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Unit

SWM5170 - Special research study

12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Level	Postgraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered	Caulfield First semester 2011 (Day) Caulfield First semester 2011 (Off-campus) Caulfield Second semester 2011 (Day) Caulfield Second semester 2011 (Off-campus)
Coordinator(s)	Dr Ralph Hamson

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%

Chief examiner(s)

Ms Deb Weston