HONOURS IN NUTRITION B
DTN4HNB
2019
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.
School: School Allied Health,Human Serv & Sport
Credit points: 60
Subject Co-ordinator: George Moschonis
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: Must be enrolled in HHHN - Bachelor of Human Nutrition with Honours and must have completed DTN4HNA
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: Students must have achieved a minimum WAM of 70 in HBHN Bachelor of Human Nutrition to be offered a place in the honours program or subject can be taken with Subject Coordinator's approval.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Relevant readings assigned by the supervisor | Prescribed | tba | tba |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically appraise the literature related to a given project area to formulate project aims and methods.
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
02. Develop skills in the design and conduct of nutrition research
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
03. Apply principles of ethical research conduct to project implementation.
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
04. Analyse and interpret data using appropriate statistical techniques.
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
05. Effectively communicate research findings in written and oral format.
- Activities:
- On-line self directed modules, meetings with supervisors, seminars
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: George Moschonis
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 (500 words equivalent) | 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 | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One 20-minute oral presentation (1,000 words equivalent) | Students are expected to enrol in and successfully complete units DTN4HNA & DTN4HNB in order to complete this assessment | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| 500 word reflective piece on professional experience & learnings (300 words equivalent) | Students are expected to enrol in and successfully complete units DTN4HNA & DTN4HNB in order to complete this assessment | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |