THESIS PREPARATION
PHE4THA
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will identify a significant research issue and, under supervision conduct a critical review of the literature relevant to the area of study. You will derive appropriate research questions, develop an appropriate research methodology, and prepare a project proposal and Ethics Committee submission. This subject must be taken in conjunction with PHE4THB or equivalent.
School: School of Psychology & Public Health
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Paul O'Halloran
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: This subject must be taken before PHE4THB
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. critically review, appraise and synthesise research literature
- Activities:
- preparation of a research proposal that is presented at a project committee meeting panel
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. design a research project to address a number of identified core research aims/questions.
- Activities:
- preparation of a research proposal that is presented at a project committee meeting panel
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. prepare and submit an ethics application
- Activities:
- successful submission and acceptance of an ethics application
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Bendigo, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Janice Pascal
Class requirements
Seminar
Seven 1.5 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students participate in Project Committee meetings and meet with thesis supervisor on a regular basis"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethics Committee submission (equivalent to 1500 words) | This subject is graded as a pass or fail. | 50 | 03 |
| one 3,000-word research project proposal | This subject is graded as pass or fail | 50 | 01, 02 |
Bendigo, 2017, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Janice Pascal
Class requirements
Seminar
One 1.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students participate in Project Committee meetings and meet with thesis supervisor on a regular basis"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethics Committee submission (equivalent to 1500 words) | This subject is graded as a pass or fail. | 50 | 03 |
| one 3,000-word research project proposal | This subject is graded as pass or fail | 50 | 01, 02 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Dianne Williamson
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students participate in Project Committee meetings, seminars, and meet with thesis supervisor on a regular basis"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethics Committee submission (equivalent to 1500 words) | This subject is graded as a pass or fail. | 50 | 03 |
| one 3,000-word research project proposal | This subject is graded as pass or fail | 50 | 01, 02 |