RESEARCH FOUNDATIONS
NSM5RFN
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will develop advanced knowledge of nursing and midwifery research practice. They will examine the elements of the research process including: identification of a clinical issue or research problem, formulation of a research question or statement, research design and methods, data collection and analyses, and dissemination of results. They will also acquire skills required to conduct a literature review for research purposes and address the ethics of research. The subject is delivered via a flexible online mode (LMS) comprised of learning modules. It provides essential research knowledge that can be built upon in the Advanced Practice A and B subjects. The progression into the "Research Career Pathway" in NSM5APA and NSM5APB will be at the discretion of the Stream Coordinator. The progression into the "Research Career Pathway" in NSM5APA and NSM5APB will be at the discretion of the Stream Coordinator.
SchoolNursing and Midwifery
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMaria Murphy
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites If the student is admitted in HMN (V1, V2, V3 or V4) or HMND then must have passed NSM4FPB and passed one of NSM4FAC, NSM4FCF, NSM4FBC, NSM4FCP, NSM4FCA, NSM4FCC, NSM4FEC, NSM4FIC, NSM4NCF, NSM4FPA, NSM4FPO, NSM4FRC, NSM4FSC, NSM4UCF or NSM4FWA If the student is admitted in HGMID or HGMIDB then must pass NSM4MFA and NSM4MID If the student is admitted in HMMH or HMMN, no rule applies
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Nursing Research generating & assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorPolit, D.F. & Beck, C. T.
Year2012
Edition/Volume9TH EDN
PublisherWOLTERS KLUWER & LIPPINCOTT, WILLIAMS & WILKINS, PHILADELPHIA
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/A
Nursing and midwifery research: Methods and appraisal for evidence-based practice
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorSchneider, Z., Whitehead, D., Elliot, D., Lobiondo-Wood, G. & Harber, J.
Year2014
Edition/Volume5TH EDN
PublisherMOSBY ELSEVIER, SYDNEY
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
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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On-Line, 2021, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMaria Murphy
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 0 - 0
One 300.00 hours problem based learning per week from week 0 to week 0 and delivered via online.
An individual flexible learning package (web based learning and/or electronic access) equivalent to 3 hrs per week.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written report identifying a research issue (1000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO3 |
| Critical appraisal & peer assessment of the contemporary research literature (2000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
| Online multi choice questionnaire (1500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
On-Line, 2021, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMaria Murphy
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 0 - 0
One 300.00 hours problem based learning per week from week 0 to week 0 and delivered via online.
An individual flexible learning package (web based learning and/or electronic access) equivalent to 3 hrs per week.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written report identifying a research issue (1000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO3 |
| Critical appraisal & peer assessment of the contemporary research literature (2000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
| Online multi choice questionnaire (1500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |