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Advanced Medical Science 1 (MEDS30004)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 50On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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The primary aim of the Bachelor of Medical Science is to provide an experiential introduction to the process of biomedical research. The AMS program allows students to:

  • practice the concepts of project design, ethical consideration and application of research methods;
  • develop skills in the assembling and evaluation of scientific data to provide a scientific rationale for updating medical practice and treatment and/or understanding the mechanisms of disease;
  • comprehend the selection of appropriate statistical techniques to appraise scientific data;
  • assess the benefits and limitations of research an area/discipline of clinical interest;
  • demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the diversity and breadth of biomedical research;
  • demonstrate autonomy and independence in defining research methods, locating relevant resources and critically evaluating evidence and;
  • actively participate in improving knowledge in a specific areas of medicine by critical review of scientific and medical evidence.

Intended learning outcomes

The primary objective of this subject is for students to obtain experience in conducting biomedical research. In detail the objectives are to:



  • provide an introduction to the processes of research work in a field related to medicine, including critical appraisal of the literature.
  • enable development of skills in the ways in which knowledge (evidence) should be assembled and evaluated to provide a scientific rationale for updating medical practice and treatment.
  • develop skills in the use of simple statistical techniques when appraising health data.
  • foster an understanding of the benefits of research and the value of each health professional contributing to the advancement of knowledge.
  • encourage an understanding of the diversity and breadth of medicine.
  • encourage the development of autonomy and independence in defining areas for study, locating relevant resources and evaluating information.
  • enhance oral and written communication skills.

Generic skills

  • Develop skills in research and critical appraisal of the literature;
  • Develop skills in using and evaluation evidence;
  • Increase the understanding and use of statistical techniques;
  • Perception of the benefits and value of research;
  • Encourage an understanding of diversity in medicine;
  • Encourage independence in defining areas for study;
  • Enhance oral and written communication skills;
  • Encourage learning in medically relevant areas.

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted in the Bachelor of Medical Science. This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Assessment

Additional details

  • Successful completion of an extended literature review, (100%).

Penalties apply for late submission of the research report. An initial penalty of 5% applies to any submission after the due date, and a further 1% for every additional day beyond three days late, unless an extension has been granted prior to the submission date.

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Dates & times

  • July
    Principal coordinatorAnita Horvath
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours144
    Total time commitment680 hours
    Teaching period22 July 2019 to 15 November 2019
    Last self-enrol date14 August 2019
    Census date20 August 2019
    Last date to withdraw without fail25 October 2019
    Assessment period ends16 December 2019

    July contact information

    Melbourne School of Professional and Continuing Education
    Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149 Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm AEST/AEDT.
    Weekends and University of Melbourne observed Public Holidays 10am to 5pm AEST/AEDT.

Time commitment details

170 hours per 12.5 credit point subject

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    All class materials will be provided.

    Recommended texts and other resources

    Nil

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseBachelor of Medical Science
  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 3 November 2022