hlt4mrt minor research thesis
MINOR RESEARCH THESIS
HLT4MRT
2016
Credit points: 60
Subject outline
In this subject you will build on prior learning in research subjects to independently conduct a project related to your chosen area, of health or social sciences, and critically analyse and report the outcomes of the project in a format equivalent to an honours thesis, and of a suitable standard for academic publication. The skills and capabilities gained in this subject include independent thinking, critical evaluation of literature, time management, oral communication and academic writing. This subject will prepare you for designing and conducting independent research, either in the workplace, or as part of a higher degree by research.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points60
Subject Co-ordinatorKarl Landorf
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Able to design and implement a project in a timely manner, focusing on a research question or inquiry.
- Activities:
- tba
02. Able to orally communicate the background, methodology, justification and outcomes of a project.
- Activities:
- tba
03. Able to critically analyse and evaluate information to produce a comprehensive communication of a research project or enquiry (eg. thesis, systematic review, critical discourse analysis), equivalent to an honours thesis and of a suitable standard for academic publication.
- Activities:
- tba
Subject options
Select to view your study options…
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKarl Landorf
Class requirements
WorkShop
One 4.0 hours workshop per study period and delivered via face-to-face.
"One 4-hour workshop for orientation and briefing."
Seminar
One 7.0 hours seminar per study period and delivered via face-to-face.
"Oral presentations."
Independent Research
One 2.0 hours independent research per week and delivered via face-to-face.
"Two hourly consultation with supervisor each week and participation in Departmental research activities and seminars."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 10,000 to 12,000-word thesis. | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| One 30-minute oral presentation (equiv to 1,500 words). | With five minutes for questions and discussion. | 10 | 01, 02 |
| One 30-minute oral presentation of project findings, implications & future directions (1,500 words). | Plus five minutes for questions and discussion. | 10 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Written research proposal; literature review; project methodology justification (up to 6000 words) | 30 | 01, 02 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMeg Morris
Class requirements
Independent Research
One 2.0 hours independent research per week and delivered via face-to-face.
"Two hourly consultation with supervisor each week and participation in Departmental research activities and seminars."
Seminar
One 7.0 hours seminar per study period and delivered via face-to-face.
"Oral presentations."
WorkShop
One 4.0 hours workshop per study period and delivered via face-to-face.
"One 4-hour workshop for orientation and briefing."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 10,000 to 12,000-word thesis. | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| One 30-minute oral presentation (equiv to 1,500 words). | With five minutes for questions and discussion. | 10 | 01, 02 |
| One 30-minute oral presentation of project findings, implications & future directions (1,500 words). | Plus five minutes for questions and discussion. | 10 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Written research proposal; literature review; project methodology justification (up to 6000 words) | 30 | 01, 02 |