HMH813 - Research Thesis

Unit details

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2022 unit information

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Last updated: 4 March 2022

Enrolment modes:

Students will be enrolled on a quarterly basis throughout the calendar year and will work continuously on their research project over the two-year period. Students will be eligible for four weeks leave per year.

Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value:0.125
Unit Chair:Tania de Koning-Ward
Cohort rule:

Must be enrolled in H800 Master of Philosophy

Prerequisite:

Nil

Corequisite:

Nil

Incompatible with:

Nil

Typical study commitment:

Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

Scheduled learning activities - campus:

At least 36 hours per week for full time study, with regular contact with supervisors

Content

This Unit entails conducting detailed independent research under the guidance of supervisors. The student is required to work closely with advice from their supervisor. The research is to be undertaken within two calendar years, full-time duration or equivalent. The research topics on offer are broad and are subject to the availability of an appropriate supervisor. The topic selected by the student should relate to the discipline of their prior study (e.g. third year undergraduate degree). At the end of this Unit the student will be required to submit a major research thesis, in which they will present the knowledge and findings gained through their research investigation in their chosen field. The thesis will be examined by at least two examiners

ULO These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes
ULO1 Develop advanced and integrated understanding of a complex body of knowledge in the medical research field

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO6: Self-management

ULO2

 Demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgement and responsibility to critically analyse, reflect upon and synthesise complex information, to develop hypotheses, concepts and theories for testing, and to evaluate data.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO5: Problem solving
GLO6: Self-management

ULO3

 Identify and be familiar with research methodologies in the discipline of research.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO6: Self-management

ULO4

 Develop a conceptual framework for the collection, analysis and interpretation of data.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO5: Problem solving
GLO6: Self-management
GLO7: Teamwork
GLO8: Global citizenship

ULO5

 Demonstrate a deep understanding of the relevant medical research principles and master the use of instruments and appropriate techniques by executing a substantial medical research project.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO5: Problem solving
GLO6: Self-management
GLO7: Teamwork
GLO8: Global citizenship

ULO6

 Develop skills to interpret and efficiently transmit knowledge, skills, ideas and data to specialist audiences through generation of a major research thesis and oral presentations.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO2: Communication
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO6: Self-management
GLO8: Global citizenship

These Unit Learning Outcomes are applicable for all teaching periods throughout the year

Assessment

Assessment description Student output Grading and weighting
(% total mark for unit)		 Indicative due week
Assessment 1: Major Thesis Between 30,000 - 40,000 words, including bibliography, appendices and any notes 100% Information not yet available

The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.

Hurdle requirement

  • Confirmation of Candidature

Learning Resource

There is no prescribed text. Unit materials are provided via the unit site. This includes unit topic readings and references to further information.

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