HLT430 Research Methods in Health Sciences (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Generic Science subjects (GENSC)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces the principles of research methodology as relevant to the health sciences. It examines the context of research in professional practice in the healthcare field, and will equip students with the basic research skills necessary for their continuing professional education and for pursuing research at honours level. The subject considers concepts in both qualitative and quantitative research methodology and includes basic statistical concepts and methods, and the critical appraisal of literature in science and healthcare.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga | Session 2 |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: HLT430
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1. be aware of the moral, ethical, cultural, social, political and environmental issues and responsibilities (within Australia and internationally) and their impact upon research;
2. be able to undertake critical analysis of the literature using appropriate resources;
3. be able to demonstrate the ability to collect, analyse and evaluate information and ideas and solve problems by thinking clearly, critically and creatively;
4. demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately in a range of contexts using; oral, and written literacy skills, numeracy and information technology skills;
5. be able to critically evaluate, assimilate and synthesise new information in scientific / health journal articles;
6. understand the basic concepts of research methodology;
7. understand and be able to use basic statistical concepts and techniques in analysing data;
8. demonstrate the ability to apply scientific knowledge to effect safe and optimal practices;
9. be able to express informed opinion by utilising rational and rigorous argument;
10. be able to understand the implications of research methodologies on evidence based practice with respect to current theory, emerging technology and its impact on clinical practice;
11. identify individual learning needs through self assessment and personal evaluation.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- the scientific method and research process
- research planning
- research designs (qualitative and quantitative)
- data collection techniques
- ethics in research
- sourcing health and scientific literature
- report writing and referencing
- descriptive and inferential statistics
- dissemination and critical evaluation of research
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.