Research Proposal

Course aim

The aim of this course is to develop a clear understanding of the requirements, structure and function of research proposals through the development of a specific student directed research proposal.

Course content

All material designed to assist students in refining and developing a research question of their interest. Includes: Structure and role of the research proposal, relationship to other forms of research communication, generation of the research question, literature review as a means of justifying the need for the proposed research, development of design and methodology, selection of measurement outcome and testing procedure quality control (validity, reliability, rigour, trustworthiness, credibility), data handling and analysis, consideration of intellectual property, copyright, authorship and ethical implications as related to conduct of research. Content is supported by extensive examples from a variety of disciplines and students encouraged to present components of the developing research proposal to peers for consideration and comment.

Textbook(s)

DePoy, E. and Gitlin, L 2011, Introduction to Research. Multiple Strategies for Health and Human Services vol 5, Mosby-Wilkins, St Louis

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment 1: Online presentation of research proposal with peer review, Assignment 2: Written research Proposal, Assignment 3: Participation in on-line discussions and posting of comments

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.