Critical Thinking in Research (SCIE40001)
HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject will provide students with an opportunity to develop some critical thinking skills that are required for a variety of research activities. These skills will be gained from discussions, and critical evaluations, of some recently published research papers. In their written submissions, students will be required to write succinctly and accurately, while at the same time demonstrate their critical thinking in the set tasks. Attendance at regular research seminars delivered within the Faculty is recommended. Some discussion of the Faculties’ research programs which are relevant to the student’s research project will be expected.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of different perspectives within veterinary and agricultural science discipline;
- Apply an independent approach to critically review a scientific manuscript;
- Apply an independent approach to succinctly summarise a research paper;
- Critically evaluate scientific research and findings;
- Demonstrate methods of enquiry when analysing the design and interpretation of experiments;
- Contribute to the development of ethical practices in all human-animal interactions.
Generic skills
Students who have completed this subject should have acquired:
- An ability to critically evaluate scientific and professional literature
- The ability to use conceptual models to rationalize experimental data
- A capacity to articulate their knowledge and understanding in written presentations
- A capacity to manage competing demands on time, including self-directed experimental work
- A capacity to enhance teamwork skills as required, and respect for integrity in the conduct and reporting of scientific investigations
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of:
- Bachelor of Agriculture (Degree with Honours)
- Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours)
- Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Students should have a sound understanding of broader biological science and an appreciation of the research process.
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: 31 January 2024
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 |
|---|---|---|
Abstract and title for a provided paper that has the abstract and title blanked out
| Early in the teaching period | 25% |
Critical evaluation and review of a manuscript into which flaws have been introduced
| Mid semester | 35% |
Essay based on how the student's research project fits in with the broader research programs within the Faculty, due in the last week of semester
| Late in the teaching period | 40% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinators Andres Diaz Mendez and Carol Hartley Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours Total time commitment 170 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
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Agriculture (Degree with Honours) Course Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours) Course Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours) Informal specialisation Agricultural Science Informal specialisation Food Science Informal specialisation Veterinary Bioscience Informal specialisation Animal Science and Management Informal specialisation Veterinary Bioscience - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 31 January 2024