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<p>This course is a supervised Masters by research course which aims to make a contribution to knowledge and demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the investigation undertaken to a wider field of knowledge. The research thesis is completed under the supervision of an academic staff member from the relevant discipline area. The thesis will embody a substantial piece of competent research of a standard that would be publishable in a reputable academic journal or comparable publication.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br><br>
The conduct of ethical research<br>
Becoming an independent researcher accountability & autonomy<br>
Synthesis of a critical review of the relevant literature that provides a basis for research questions<br>
Sound research methodology that is theoretically consistent with the research questions<br>
Interpretation of research results and the drawing of conclusions<br>
Developing and maintaining a collaborative relationship with a supervisor<br>
Developing high level academic written expression of a standard that would be publishable in a reputable<br>
academic journal or comparable publication<br>
Complete a draft of the thesis and make required adjustments and refinements in relation to supervisor feedback and self-reflection<br>
Submit a completed thesis for examination upon supervisors’ approval</p>
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<p>This course is a supervised Masters by research course which aims to make a contribution to knowledge and demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the investigation undertaken to a wider field of knowledge. The research thesis is completed under the supervision of an academic staff member from the relevant discipline area. The thesis will embody a substantial piece of competent research of a standard that would be publishable in a reputable academic journal or comparable publication.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br><br> The conduct of ethical research<br> Becoming an independent researcher accountability & autonomy<br> Synthesis of a critical review of the relevant literature that provides a basis for research questions<br> Sound research methodology that is theoretically consistent with the research questions<br> Interpretation of research results and the drawing of conclusions<br> Developing and maintaining a collaborative relationship with a supervisor<br> Developing high level academic written expression of a standard that would be publishable in a reputable<br> academic journal or comparable publication<br> Complete a draft of the thesis and make required adjustments and refinements in relation to supervisor feedback and self-reflection<br> Submit a completed thesis for examination upon supervisors’ approval</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Graduate Research School
Discipline:
Graduate Research School
Study level:
Postgraduate - Research
Credit points:
30
EFTSL:
0.25
Field of education:
069999 - Health, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Research P/NP (e.g. O, TD, P, F)
Fee information:
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Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
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Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Critically reflect on theory in a specific field to guide an ethically sound research project relevant to the health sciences</p>
K2
<p>Justify the selection of a research methodology and appropriately aligned methods that are aligned with research aims and questions</p>
K3
<p>Integrate methodology in response to engagement with contemporary research literature and in response to supervisory feedback</p>
S1
<p>Develop a research proposal that is consistent with the appropriate ethical principles with relevant ethics committee for health and social care research</p>
S2
<p>Demonstrate an ability to work independently while considering supervisory commentary to produce a high level academic submission within program timelines</p>
S3
<p>Construct a creative and insightful approach to disciplinary problems that is consistent with knowledge creation</p>
A1
<p>Apply advanced critical theoretical perspectives to the range of research methods and methodologies to develop an ethically sound research project</p>
A2
<p>Implement the planned research project in an efficient, effective and ethical way to produce a high level academic submission within program timelines</p>
A3
<p>Demonstrate advanced level of understanding of complex philosophical foundations that underpin the applied research and the ability to express these ideas lucidly in writing and orally</p>
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<p>Supervised Research Thesis</p>
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K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
No
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<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Graduate Research School
Discipline:
Graduate Research School
Study level:
Postgraduate - Research
Credit points:
30
EFTSL:
0.25
Field of education:
069999 - Health, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Research P/NP (e.g. O, TD, P, F)
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/alhlt8002">View unit fees</a>
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Cards Section - Research
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