dtn4hnb nutrition honours b
HONOURS IN NUTRITION B
DTN4HNB
2015
Credit points: 60
Subject outline
In this subject students will develop research skills to independently conduct a research project in their chosen area of nutrition and report the findings of their work in a scientific format. The skills and capabilities gained in this year-long subject include independent thinking, critical evaluation of literature, selection of appropriate experimental designs, practical application of nutrition research tools, data analysis and interpretation, and oral and written communication of findings. The full program lasts approximately 9 months and starts early February.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points60
Subject Co-ordinatorAudrey Tierney
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in HHHN - Bachelor of Human Nutrition with Honours and must have achieved a WAM of 70 in HBHN - Bachelor of Human Nutrition to be offered an honours year. All other students require subject coordinator approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | relevant readings assigned by the supervisor | Prescribed | N/A | N/A |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. To be able to critically appraise the literature related to project area and relate findings to the project aims and methods
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
02. To develop skills in the design and conduct of nutrition research
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
03. To apply the principles of ethical conduct of research to the implementation of their project
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Ethical/ Social Responsibility(Ethical/ Social Responsibility)
04. To be able to analyse data using appropriate statistical techniques and interpret the findings in light of the published nutrition literature
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
05. To communicate research findings in oral presentations to peers
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Ethical/ Social Responsibility(Ethical/ Social Responsibility)
- Speaking(Speaking)
06. To be able to write a research thesis of 10,000 words in the format of an original paper
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size20
Enrolment information Project and supervisor availability Subject will only be available to students who have achieved a WAM of 70 or above in HBHN - Bachelor of Human Nutrition, or obtain approval from subject coordinator.
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAudrey Tierney
Class requirements
Supervisor Consultation
One 2.0 hours supervisor consultation per week and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students to complete minimum of 2 hours of consultation with supervisor per week, attendance at relevant seminars."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abstract of research findings | 10 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| One 10,000 word-thesis | Students are expected to enrol in and successfully complete units DTN4HNA & DTN4HNB in order to complete this assessment | 50 | 01, 03, 02, 04, 06 |
| One 20-minute oral presentation | Students are expected to enrol in and successfully complete units DTN4HNA & DTN4HNB in order to complete this assessment | 20 | 02, 01, 03, 04, 05 |
| One supervisor's assessment | Students are expected to enrol in and successfully complete units DTN4HNA & DTN4HNB in order to complete this assessment | 20 | 06, 04, 03, 05, 01, 02 |