phe2ahr applied health research
APPLIED HEALTH RESEARCH
PHE2AHR
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this you students will learn how to apply research to solve real world problems of the sort that they will encounter in their practice as health professionals. You will develop their confidence in using research by synthesizing evidence in the form of narrative summaries, gaining basic statistical knowledge needed to prepare data reports and critically comparing different research approaches. Students will also take part in a poster conference in the last week of semester. The subject incorporates modules that focus on specific research skills and their practical application. Members of the La Trobe research community will present their work to demonstrate practical applications of research skills relevant to health professionals. The blended course design makes use of collaborative online spaces, feedback mechanisms and quizzes for evaluative and formative tasks.
SchoolPsychology and Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDell Horey
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites HLT1RAE; OR Must be admitted into LBBSB and no other rule applies
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsStudents will work in groups to produce a poster that will be printed. Costs for group posters range between $10 - $40 (depending on whether it is printed in black and white or colour.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Intro to Research: understanding and applying multiple strategies
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorGitlin L N
Year2005
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherELSEVIER MOSBY
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Source locationN/A
Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorPolgar, S., & Thomas, S. A.
Year2013
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherELSEVIER
ISBNN/A
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Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorElena Wilson
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Introductory systematic review (equivalent 1,500 - 1,700 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Data report (equivalent 2,000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 45 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Poster - group assignment (equivalent 250 words each) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDell Horey
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Introductory systematic review (equivalent 1,500 - 1,700 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Data report (equivalent 2,000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 45 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Poster - group assignment (equivalent 250 words each) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2 |
Sydney, 2020, Study period 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDell Horey
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 42
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 42
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Introductory systematic review (equivalent 1,500 - 1,700 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Data report (equivalent 2,000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 45 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Poster - group assignment (equivalent 250 words each) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Summer 2 , Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDell Horey
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 2 - 7
Two 1.00 hour unscheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 2 to week 7 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 2 - 7
Two 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 2 to week 7 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Introductory systematic review (equivalent 1,500 - 1,700 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Data report (equivalent 2,000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 45 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Poster - group assignment (equivalent 250 words each) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2 |