Overview

The unit provides students with the opportunity to develop an appropriate hypothesis or research question and derive an appropriate research design showing regard to the practical problems of conducting research in in nursing or midwifery settings. Ethical issues in research are also considered. Students will develop their own research proposal … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S1-01-PENINSULA-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-PENINSULA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Cliff Connell

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Cliff Connell

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Identify a research topic that addresses a significant nursing or midwifery issue;

2.

Develop a research problem, question or hypothesis;

3.

Formulate and present a research plan;

4.

Describe the theoretical basis behind the topic and research design;

5.

Develop and present a research proposal, including a literature review;

6.

Identify issues related to the conduct of the proposed research;

7.

Participate in research seminars and workshops;

8.

Apply to ethics committees for research approval as necessary; and

9.

Demonstrate a collaborative and critical approach to research.

Assessment summary

Assessment in this unit includes hurdle assessment tasks. Failure of any hurdle assessment task may result in failure of the unit.

Assessment

Research proposal (3,500 - 4,000 words)
Oral presentation (15 minutes)

Learning resources

Required resources

Availability in areas of study

Nursing
Nursing and midwifery