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Paediatrics Research Project Part 1 (PAED40001)
HonoursPoints: 31.25On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
Semester 1
Subject Coordinator:
Administrative Coordinator:
Ms Helen D'Cruz
helen.dcruz@rch.org.au
Please refer to the LMS for up-to-date subject information, including assessment and participation requirements, for subjects being offered in 2020.
Overview
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This subject provides students with the opportunity to design and conduct, under supervision, an independent biomedical research project. Specific research projects will depend on the availability of appropriate supervisors and resources. This subject should enable students to develop a line of research though hypothesis testing, experimental design and practical experimentation. Students will take responsibility for statistical analysis, data interpretation and dissemination of the research findings via podium and written presentations. This subject is designed to complement the accompanying coursework subject PAED40002.
Intended learning outcomes
The objectives of this subject are to:
- Provide a practical introduction to biomedical research
- Provide practical experience in research skills including hypothesis testing, experimental design and experimentation
- Develop a high standard of verbal and written communication skills.
- Encourage the development of independent thinking and critical analysis of the scientific literature
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject students should have:
- an in-depth knowledge of their research subject
- competent experimental skills in a particular research area
- reached a high level of skill in academic writing and research dissemination
- reached a high level of skill in verbal communication
- the ability to demonstrate independent critical thinking and analysis
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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BIOM40001 | Introduction To Biomedical Research | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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PAED40002 | The Biology of Human Health and Disease | Year Long (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Completion of a three year BSc or BBiomed degree with a major in one or more of biochemistry and molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, immunology, anatomy and cell biology
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: 30 October 2023
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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A written report (thesis)
| 80% | |
An oral presentation on the research project | 13.3% | |
Supervisor's report on the student's overall research ability | 6.7% |
Additional details
This assessment statement applies to the entire enrolment across Parts 1 (PAED40001) and 2 (PAED40005) of the subject
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Belinda McClaren Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours This subject is an individual research project and weekly contact hours will vary depending on the nature of the project. Total time commitment 430 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
Subject Coordinator:
Dr Belinda McClarenAdministrative Coordinator:
Ms Helen D'Cruz
helen.dcruz@rch.org.au - Semester 2
Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours This subject is an individual research project and weekly contact hours will vary depending on the nature of the project. Please note: Semester 2 availability is only available to students impacted by COVID-19 and Faculty approval is required. Total time commitment 430 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020
Time commitment details
Students should discuss total time commitment with their supervisor but as a guide, a student would be expected to be engaged in their research for an average of thirty hours per week over two semesters.
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered in two consecutive parts. Whilst these have separate subject codes, they are considered to be a single continuing subject of 75 credit points. At the end of the first part, students will receive a CNT (Continuing - ongoing) grade. At the completion of the final part students will receive an overall result for the subject.
Information provided on this page applies to both parts of the subject (PAED40001 and PAED40005).
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
- Subject notes
Students must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Biomedicine (Honours) or Bachelor of Science (Honours) to complete this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Paediatrics Informal specialisation Paediatrics - Links to additional information
Last updated: 30 October 2023