HLT509 Health Master's Dissertation (32)

In this subject, with the assistance of a supervisor, students undertake independent research implementing the proposal approved in HLT506.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: HLT509. 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 Nursing, Paramedicine and Healthcare Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in health related Master's courses.

Prerequisites

( HLT505 or BMS500 ) and HLT506

Incompatible Subjects

BMS509, BMS510, BMS518, HLT504, HLT508, HLT522, HSM522

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • undertake an independent research project in the field of health science and document the process and finding in an academically appropriate form.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

Each student will undertake independent research under the guidance of a Research Supervisor and/or research team. The dissertation will be expected to meet the following criteria: a clear, well argued and critical exposition of the research problem, methodology and findings; builds on and extends current knowledge in the topic area by linking project to a critical review of relevant literature; demonstrates an ability to work independently according to a predetermined schedule; demonstrates an appropriate application of research design, data collection methods and data analysis; relates the specific research topic to the wider field of knowledge within the health sciences.

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of HLT509 in Session 2 2021. 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
Dissertation portfolio/dissertation
100

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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