Studying online

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Unit Overview

Description

Students continue their research project (commenced when enrolled in SMED5311 Research Project 1), under the supervision of a UWA academic staff member. Students are also expected to (1) maintain a research journal or lab book outlining the progress of their research, the procedures they are conducting, experimental conditions, changes to the study design or experimental procedures and their results; and (2) prepare a portfolio of their results and the interpretation of the data. This should include a reflective commentary of the development of this research towards preparation of a research publication.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationMode
Not available in 2024UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) gather data to answer their research questions; (2) apply relevant research techniques to analyse data; (3) monitor their progress; (4) summarise their project in a report; and (5) display professional behaviour.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) draft manuscript; (2) progress report; and (3) professional behaviour and participation assessment (PBA). Further information is available in the unit outline.

To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the professional behaviour and participation assessment (PBA) component.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Gina Arena
Unit rules
Prerequisites
SMED5311 Research Project 1
Co-requisites
Enrolment in
IMED5312 Integrated Medical Practice 2 Part B
Enrolment in
RMED5321 Integrated Rural Medical Practice 2
Approved quota: 240—domestic (210) and international (30)
Contact hours
variable but students have regular contact with project supervisors
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.