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HLT515 Health Science Research Portfolio (32)

Abstract

This subject is an independent investigation in a health-related topic involving the critical review of the existing literature and either: (a) the collection, analysis and interpretation of new data; or (b) the original analysis and interpretation of existing published data. Students will conduct their investigation under the supervision of an appropriate CSU academic.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
OnlineWagga Wagga Campus
Session 2
OnlineWagga Wagga Campus
Session 3
OnlineWagga Wagga Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: HLT515
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
Two sessionsHD/FLSchool of Biomedical Sciences

Enrolment restrictions

The subject is designed for students enrolling in the Master of Health Science course but might be appropriate for students enrolled in other courses with permission from both the subject and course coordinators.
Prerequisite(s)Incompatible subject(s)
(HLT505 or BMS500) and (HLT506 or BMS508)BMS509 BMS510 BMS518 HLT504 HLT507 HLT508 HLT509 HLT514 HLT522 PHM509

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to analyse, evaluate and review current research literature
  • be able to conduct a study in an area related to the practise of their health discipline
  • be able to collect and critically analyse data relevant to the research project
  • be able to write a scientific paper for a peer reviewed journal

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • Individual investigation/research, associated with students' specialisation of study

Specialised Resources

Students will undertake research project at their own cost

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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.