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Research Thesis Capstone - Part 2 (MEDI90099)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2019
Overview
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Building upon the previous subject (Research Thesis Capstone – Part 1), this subject provides opportunities to extend, deepen and apply knowledge, skills and attributes, in the context of a research project.
This subject enables students to engage in the implementation, analysis and communication of a research project that demonstrates their advanced theoretical knowledge and critical reflection skills. It provides the opportunity for integration of their prior learning from the course, and demonstration of their advanced practice, focusing on an area of interest. During this project, students will have the unique opportunity to be closely trained and supervised by leading experts in oncology. It will reinforce their abilities to evaluate existing research, utilise appropriate methodological techniques in cancer research and to critically analyse and reflect on data.
Intended learning outcomes
- Assimilate, analyse and critically evaluate existing knowledge within a scientific paradigm
- Conduct research within a translational/clinical environment
- Formulate testable hypotheses, aims and experimental design
- Independently manage a research project
- Effectively construct and express coherent scientific arguments
- Prepare and deliver scientific results in both an oral and written format
Generic skills
- Advanced analytic skills
- Skills in working collaboratively with individuals, groups and organisations
- Increased capacity to manage unfamiliar problems
- Improved written communication skills
- Increased ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
The core subject Cancer Research must be taken as a prerequisite. This subject is a CAPSTONE subject for the Master of Cancer Sciences. Research thesis capstone – part 1 must be taken first. Research Capstone Part 1 & 2 build on the Cancer Research subject.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.
It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support:
http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Draft outline of Thesis (equivalent to 1000 words) Due Week 5 (20%)
- Written assessment – THESIS (4000 words) Due end of teaching period (80%)
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2019
Time commitment details
170
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022