HLT515 Health Science Research Portfolio (32)

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.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 3 (90)
Online
Wagga 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

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

Two sessions

School

School 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.

Prerequisites

( HLT505 or BMS500 ) and ( HLT506 or BMS508 )

Incompatible Subjects

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

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

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of HLT515 in Session 1 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Portfolio/original publishable article
100

Special Resources

Students will undertake research project at their own cost

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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