ANAT SC 4400A - Hons Anatomical Sciences Research Project Part 1

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2022

This course forms the main basis of an honours project conducted in the Adelaide Medical School. Students will be expected to engage in a novel, independent research project under the guidance of a school supervisor. To complete the course, students will be required to prepare and deliver a project proposal and resource pro-forma, a poster and oral presentation, plus a thesis followed shortly by a thesis defence. This course provides an advanced insight into scientific research.

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Course Details

Course Code	ANAT SC 4400A
Course	Hons Anatomical Sciences Research Project Part 1
Coordinating Unit	Medical Sciences
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange
Corequisites	HLTH SC 4201OL and HLTH SC 4200
Restrictions	For BHlthMedSc(Hons) students only.
Assessment	Research Proposal Seminar, Conference Poster Presentation, Thesis, Thesis Oral Defence, Supervisor Assessment

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Simran Sidhu

Course Coordinators: A/Prof Joanne Bowen

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Execute a well-defined research project, under the guidance of a project supervisor.

2. Critically interpret the background literature relevant to the research project.

3. Demonstrate mastery of the techniques required for the experimental study of a research question, including collection, storage, and evaluation of data which is rigorous and methodical in accordance with the Australian Code for Responsible Practice of Research.

4. Identify and evaluate methodological or technical issues in a research project and define the important elements required to solve them.

5. Communicate the elements of the research project clearly and concisely in spoken and written English.

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)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1, 2, 3
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2, 4
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	4, 5
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	3, 4
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	3
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	4

Learning Resources

Required Resources

School-based research support, Honours workshops and seminars.

Online Learning

Copies of workshop material will be available on MyUni.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Honours is a 40-week program encompassing an independent research project supervised by a school academic or affiliate. In addition, students will be encouraged to attend weekly workshops and seminars to enhance their learning and development in the medical science research.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Please refer to MyUni.

Learning Activities Summary

Please refer to MyUni.

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	Hurdle	Course Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Proposal Seminar	Formative	0%	No	2, 5
Conference Poster Presentation	Summative	10%	No	1, 2, 5
Thesis	Summative	60%	No	1 - 5
Thesis Oral Defence	Summative	20%	No	1 - 5
Supervisor evaluation	Summative	10%	No	1

Assessment Detail

Research Proposal Seminar: A 10 min Powerpoint presentation of research question and proposed approach, 5 minutes of questions from assessors.

Conference Poster Presentation: Production of a research poster to be presented at the Undergraduate Research Conference including a 3 minute oral presentation followed by 5 minutes of questions from poster judges.

Thesis: Report of research outcomes in the style of a journal manuscript.

Thesis Oral Defence: 15 minute Powerpoint presentation followed by 15 minutes of questions from assessors.

Supervisor Assessment: The student’s principle supervisor provides a mark based on the performance of the student over the life of the project.

Submission

Where applicable, all submissions should be made via MyUni unless otherwise directed.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

NOG (No Grade Associated)
Grade	Description
CN	Continuing

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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