HLT330 Research Methods in Health Sciences (8)

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. The subject considers concepts in both qualitative and quantitative research methodology, the critical appraisal of literature in science and healthcare, and includes basic statistical concepts and methods.

Subject Outlines
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Availability

Session 1 (30)
On Campus
Bathurst Campus
Port Macquarie Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: HLT330. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Dentistry and Health Sciences

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • Be able to accurately describe the fundamental concepts and approaches in qualitative and quantitative research methodology
  • Be able to identify how moral, ethical, cultural, social, political and environmental issues and responsibilities impact on research.
  • Be able to critically review and critique the literature through the use of valid resources, and thereby provide informed opinion.
  • Be able to demonstrate skills in critical thinking by accurately synthesising new research results in science/health.
  • Be able to apply introductory descriptive and inferential statistical concepts and techniques in the analysis of data.
  • Be able to evaluate the implications of research methodologies on evidence-based practice and on their impact on clinical practice and policy.
  • Be able to apply research methodology to investigate and solve research questions raised in professional practice.
  • Be able to demonstrate skills consistent with life-long learning.

Syllabus

This 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

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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