36 points, SCA Band 3, 0.750 EFTSL
Postgraduate - Unit
Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.
Faculty
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Chief examiner(s)
Professor Nellie Georgiou-Karistianis
Coordinator(s)
Unit guides
Offered
- Full year 2019 (External Candidature)
- Full year 2019 (On-campus)
- Second semester 2019 to First semester 2020 (External Candidature)
- Second semester 2019 to First semester 2020 (On-campus)
Co-requisites
Must be enrolled in the following course code: 2970
Synopsis
This unit comprises a major research program including submission of a thesis. The thesis should embody the results of the candidate's investigation, which demonstrates independence of thought and the candidate's ability to carry out research in that discipline. Minor coursework such as a literature review and oral presentation is specified by the enrolling department.
Outcomes
On completion of the unit, students will be able to understand the processes involved in the design, development and implementation of a research project; show communication skills in both oral and written presentations to both a specialist and non-specialist audience; have demonstrated the potential to pursue higher studies and learning in the relevant area of study.
Assessment
Minor thesis, literature review and allied work. Assessment will be advised to the student by the department/school honours coordinator.