96737 Research Project 2
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Credit points: 12 cp
Subject level:
Postgraduate
Result type: Grade and marksDescription
This subject, together with 96736 Health Research Project (Part 1) offers an opportunity for advanced training in health research, facilitating individual and effective learning, through a thesis or research project component in public health or nursing. Students independently investigate an issue of relevance to public health or nursing and learn how to structure and investigate research problems and questions. This includes the application of appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative research methods, the critical assessment and summarising of the existing body of research as well as the development of complex arguments, based on their research findings. Students develop their public health communication skills by presenting their work in written and oral form; the principal activity of this subject is a journal article manuscript.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
| A. | Develop hypothesis, objectives, and aims of an issue of relevance to public health or nursing |
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| B. | Create a research and analysis plan enabling hypothesis testing, including study design, measurements, data collection methods, ethical review |
| C. | Collect qualitative and/or quantitative data |
| D. | Critically appraise the current body of knowledge regarding the chosen topic |
| E. | Analyse data and create new knowledge with relevance to public health or nursing |
| F. | Critically communicate research outcomes written and orally |
Teaching and learning strategies
An individual learning contract will be negotiated between student and supervisor, including the thesis/research project topic. Regular support (on-campus and online) will be provided through supervision meetings as well as formal and formative feedback throughout the subject. Supervisors will review the final draft of the report prior to submission. Students will develop their skills as independent researchers and are expected to work independently on their research projects with guidance and mentorship from their supervisor.
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Oral Presentation
| Intent: | To asses students’ ability to communicate research, including the current body of literature, methodology, findings and implications. |
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| Weight: | 25% |
| Length: | 20 minutes + 5 minutes for questions |
Assessment task 2: Journal Article
| Intent: | To asses students’ ability to collect data, apply appropriate research methods, and synthesise and discuss research findings. |
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| Weight: | 75% |
| Length: | According to journal guidelines. |
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