PUB HLTH 7119 - MPH Dissertation (Full-Time)
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PUB HLTH 7119 Course MPH Dissertation (Full-Time) Coordinating Unit Public Health Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 12 Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites Completion of MPH coursework Restrictions Available to MPH students only Assessment Dissertation Course Staff
Course Coorindator: Dr Rebecca Tooher
Phone: +61 8313 1316
Email: rebecca.tooher@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Level 7, 178 North TerraceCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course the student will be able to
1 Successfully collaborate with colleagues and supervisor(s) in the development, design and execution of a research project. 2 Demonstrate the skills required to conduct independent research, including the ability to conduct effective literature searches,
critically appraise the literature, and compile information.3 Select and use an appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative research methodology to investigate a research problem or issue relevant to Public Health. 4 Identify and communicate the ethical dimensions of research and demonstrate the skills and attitudes of an ethical researcher. 5 Use appropriate communication style and terminology to present evidence-based ideas effectively, whether within a research seminar or conference presentation, or via academic writing. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1-5 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1-4 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1-4 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 1,4,5 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 1-3,5 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1-4 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1,2,4 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
Access to bibliographic databases and peer-reviewed journals and relevant software for analysis.Recommended Resources
NoneOnline Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is one where independent research is undertaken under the guidance of a supervisor, with whom the student meets fortnightly across two semesters.Where a student has not previously acquired specific skills that support efficient research (eg search strategies, organising data) they will participate in appropriate workshops or on-line learning, early in their period of enrolment (ie in the first half of the first semester of a full-time enrolment).Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The research dissertation is a 12 unit course, and this is equivalent to a full-time commitment of one semester (generally 40 hours per week over an extended semester of five months) or half-time over two semesters (20 hours per week over ten months).Learning Activities Summary
On-line resources or workshops to assist in the development of preliminary skills (eg Endnote, Word for long documents) will be made available to students to support their research.
Milestones Item Description 1 Dissertation Proposal To be lodged by four weeks prior to the start of the first semester of enrolmment 2 Ethics Application If applicable, to be lodged as soon as practical, prefereably prior to enrolment 3 Independent Research Undertaken under the guidance of a supervisor 4 Literature Review A literature review of about 4,000 words is to be prepared, to provide context for the research, and identify the gaps in current knowledge to be addressed in the research 5 Seminar Presentation About a month before submission for a full-time enrolment, and mid-second semester for a part-time enrolment, a seminar is presented regarding the research undertaken 6 Written Dissertation The results of the research are submitted in the form of a paper suitable for submission to a peer-reviewed journal (between 2,500 and 7,000 words depending on the author guidelines for the chosen journal); or, if negotiated with the course coordinator, a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 words 7 Contextual Statement Accompanying statement locating the study in the field of public health. Specific Course Requirements
NoneSmall Group Discovery Experience
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Assessment Type Weighting Learning outcome(s) being addressed Research proposal Formative Hurdle 1-5 Literature review Summative 20% 2,4,5 Seminar Summative 10% 1-5 Journal article / dissertation Summative 70% 1-5 Assessment Related Requirements
NoneAssessment Detail
The literature review shall be up to 4,000 words.
The results of the research are submitted in the form of a paper suitable for submission to a peer-reviewed journal (between 2,500 and 7,000 words depending on the author guidelines for the chosen journal); or, if negotiated with the course coordinator, a dissertation of between 12,000 and 15,000 wordsSubmission
Please refer to Course Coordinator.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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