NRS411 Nursing Honours Research Project/Dissertation (48)
CSU Discipline Area: Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health (NRMIH)
Duration: Two session
Abstract:
This subject enables full-time students to undertake an honours research project over two (2) consecutive sessions, and aims to provide an opportunity for students to plan and implement a research project related to nursing which results in the production of a dissertation. Students will demonstrate their understanding of research by developing skills necessary to conduct a research study under supervision. The project topic and structure will vary according to the student's area of interest and will make a contribution to nursing's body of knowledge. Throughout this subject regular planned consultations between student and supervisor will occur.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
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| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: NRS411
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Restricted to students in the Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) course who are enrolled full-time.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Be able to:
# Investigate a nursing related issue or problem;
# Demonstrate development and application of research skills and techniques utilised within their chosen field of study;
# Perform data collection and data analysis relevant to the research proposal;
# Contribute to discussions about the research process with professional colleagues;
# Demonstrate the requirements of academic writing and reporting of research;
# Develop skills in the rigorous appraisal and presentation of analysis;
# Produce a dissertation of the prescribed length and format which demonstrates proficiency in the execution of the study and the ability to effectively communicate results and conclusions.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Individual research project pre-approved by a supervisor and appropriate to pre-requisite subjects completed by the student.
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.