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Otolaryngology Research Project Part 1 (OTOL40001)
HonoursPoints: 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:
Dr Hayden Timothy Eastwood
haydente@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordinator:
Ms Nora Hanafi
shanafi@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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In this subject, students undertake an independent research project in a hearing-related field of science or biomedicine under the close supervision of an academic mentor(s). The project is directed at developing the student's ability to design and undertake a substantial body of work, to critically analyse and interpret research findings, and to report on the outcomes in written and verbal form using the appropriate scientific style.
Intended learning outcomes
Knowledge
On completion of the subject, students will demonstrate advanced knowledge of:
- The key-research findings within the sub-discipline of otolaryngology relevant to individual research project.
- The relationship between research design and ethical research practices.
Skills
On completion of the subject, students will demonstrate advanced skills in:
- Critically analysing existing literature to inform the generation of a productive research question.
- Executing a research plan within a research group effectively to obtain data.
- Constructing a research plan (e.g. research design, methods of observation) to address a research question.
- Analysing data to address a research question appropriately.
- Reporting on analyses of data to answer a research question.
Application of knowledge and skills
On completion of the subject, students will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to:
- Collaborate with an academic mentor-supervisor on a research project.
- Communicate and interpret their research results effectively in written and oral formats.
Generic skills
Students will learn to:
• Design and manage a research project
• Critically appraise scientific literature
• Analyse and interpret scientific findings, and place outcomes in the context of the existing literature
• Communicate scientific ideas effectively in both written format and through oral presentation
• Evaluate and synthesize information in a flexible manner
• Conduct research in a scientific laboratory, following standard protocols, operating procedures and safe work practices
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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BIOM40001 | Introduction To Biomedical Research | February (Online) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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OTOL40002 | Otolaryngology Advanced Coursework | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Oral presentation of project aims and methods Hurdle requirement | Due in Week 2-4 of Semester One | 10% |
Defence of thesis (oral) Hurdle requirement | Due in Week 10-12 of Semester Two | 10% |
Research thesis
| Due in Week 10-12 of Semester Two | 80% |
Attendance at weekly laboratory meetings Hurdle requirement: In case of failure to meet the hurdle requirement of 80% attendance, additional work will be required before a passing grade can be awarded. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
This assessment statement applies to the entire enrolment across Parts 1 (OTOL40001) and 2 (OTOL40003) of the subject
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Hayden Eastwood 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 340 hours Teaching period 1 March 2021 to 30 May 2021 Last self-enrol date 12 March 2021 Census date 31 March 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 7 May 2021 Assessment period ends 25 June 2021 Semester 1 contact information
Subject Coordinator:
Dr Hayden Timothy Eastwood
haydente@unimelb.edu.auAdministrative Coordinator:
Ms Nora Hanafi
shanafi@unimelb.edu.au
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 (OTOL40001 and OTOL40003).
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Hearing Sciences (Otolaryngology) Informal specialisation Otolaryngology - Links to additional information
Last updated: 31 January 2024