HLSC4403

Health Science Honours III

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2
Ourimbah Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010

This course completes the development of the skills and knowledge needed to complete a research project for the Bachelor of Health Science (Honours). Students will complete and submit the Honours thesis in this course, with guidance from their academic supervisor.

Objectives As a result of successfully completing this course, students should be able to:
1. Conduct research under supervision
2. Demonstrate a deep understanding and interpretation of their research project aims, rationale, methods, results, and clinical or scientific relevance
3. Articulate in written form their research project aims, rationale, methods, results, and clinical or scientific relevance.
Content 1. Individual academic Honours supervision relevant to the students Honours research project, with an emphasis on effectively presenting research results in written form
2. Development of writing skills for presenting and interpreting research results
3. Completion of the Honours thesis.
Replacing Course(s) HLSC4400
Transition Not applicable. A student previously enrolled in HLSC4400, and who withdraws or takes a leave of absence from Honours including HLSC4400, will enrol in the revised program if and when they return.
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Bachelors degree in Medical Radiation Science, Oral Health, Podiatry or the equivalent
Modes of Delivery Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Teaching Methods Individual Supervision
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Contact Hours Self Directed Learning: for 20 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Requisite by Enrolment Enrolment in the Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) program
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for HLSC4403