RH5203 - Research 1: A Literature Review - Part 1 of 2

Applicants must have completed at least a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology at an Australian University or hold an equivalent international entry level qualification in one of these professions. Note: Completion of the subject will not enable Australian registration of overseas qualified health professionals.

Students in this subject will develop a research proposal on a topic to be agreed between the student and the Postgraduate Coordinator. A comprehensive literature review will also be conducted illustrating the student's thorough examination of the topic. The review will be supervised by a member of academic staff with knowledge in the topic of choice. Students will learn skills in literature searching, critical appraisal and synthesis.

Learning Outcomes

• acquire and demonstrate, at an advanced level, the ability to conduct appropriate data analysis and extract logical conclusions from the research results;
• demonstrate advanced skills to review, critically appraise and synthesise literature relevant to the chosen research topic;
• using advanced skills, design and undertake research in a systematic and scientific manner;
• communicate the research finding using advanced written communication skills.

Subject Assessment

• Written > Literature review - (60%) - Individual
• Written > Proposal - (40%) - Individual.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% inclusive of any penalties applied.

Note: 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.