James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2001

HS2404:03

Independent Study

Townsville

Prerequisites: A minimum of 24 units in health professional or other relevant degree determined by Dean of Medicine

65 hours flexible delivery. First or second semester.

Available to level 2 medical students or other health science students, with the approval of the respective Head of School and the Dean of Medicine.

Staff: Professor R Hays.

The subject provides basic knowledge and skills to enable students to investigate in depth a chosen area of health professional practice. Students will extend and consolidate their knowledge and expertise through a project relating to a chosen area of health professional practice.

Learning Objectives:

To be negotiated with the supervisor.

On-course assessment (100%) to include a written assignment and an oral presentation.