Thesis P/T

Subject 513-904 (2009)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2009. Search for this in the current handbook

Credit Points: 100.00
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

Year Long, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

Self directed, independent study with access to research supervisor(s).

Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular meetings with supervisor(s) as required
Total Time Commitment: Part-time research candidature over two years
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Dr Clare Delany
Subject Overview:

This subject builds on the work in 513-903 Thesis Proposal and 513-902 Thesis Design and enables students to conduct research in consultation with their supervisor(s) in the 3rd year of the program.

This subject is undertaken over two years of candidature.
Objectives:

On completion of this subject, students will be able to demonstrate:

  • A capacity to undertake searching of computerised health and medical literature databases
  • An understanding of research design principles, reliability and validity
  • An ability to conduct a research project independently
  • The capacity to write a scholarly thesis
Assessment: Thesis - 30,000 word limit (100%)
Prescribed Texts: Nil
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

On completion of this subject, students will be able to demonstrate:

  • Skills in written scientific communication
  • An ability to critically analyse published research
  • Skills in planning and time management in independent work
  • Respect for research and development of knowledge

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