James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

HS7501 - Research Project 2

Subject Description

This subject's aim is to equip students with the support to develop research skills and design and conduct a research study relevant to their area of interest. In particular students will develop skills in undertaking research and the presentation of results in both a written and seminar format. Students will also learn about ethical research and good clinical practice as it relates to the conduct of their research.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding of your research area
• Develop skills in verbal and written research presentations
• Apply the processes involved in developing a research proposal, reviewing literature, conducting the research and disseminating the outcomes
• Appraise ethical conduct as it relates research practice

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Thesis/dissertation - (80%) - Individual
• Written > Project plan - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  MD8103 MD8104

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