Research is core to safe and innovative dietetic practice. This unit (HHN7901) will support students to develop skills in research project management, as well as data collection, analysis, interpretation and dissemination. Students will be supported to develop and undertake a research project relevant to dietetic practice. This will include consideration of funding and ethical aspects of the project, as well as the development and justification of a research methodology. Students will conduct their project, analyse and interpret the results and develop skills in dissemination of findings through written and oral media.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
24
Unit code:
HHN7901
Prerequisites
336 credits of study within the Bachelor of Nutritional Science/ Masters of Dietetics OR 96 credits of student within the Masters of Dietetics.
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Articulate all considerations in the planning and conduct of a research project relevant to dietetic practice; | ||
| 2. | Devise and undertake a research project relevant to dietetic practice; | ||
| 3. | Exemplify academic writing skills for publication; and | ||
| 4. | Defend and translate research finding for a variety of audiences. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Practicum | Professional Practice Placement assessment of competency in relevant domain elements of the National Dietetic Competency Standards | 10% |
| Report | Project proposal (750 words) | 15% |
| Research Paper | Presentation of research project in the form of a journal manuscript (4000 words) | 60% |
| Poster | Individual poster presentation and defence of research project (10mins) | 15% |
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