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Advanced Medical Science 2 (MEDS40006)
Undergraduate level 4Points: 50On 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 (Extended)
Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Overview
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Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is a continuation of Advanced Medical Science 1. 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
Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Design and conduct a research project and review evidence and literature relevant to a well formulated research question in a clinical area.
- Conduct and evaluate research in a specific area and summarise, analyse and interpret research findings.
- Competently perform a range of basic statistical analysis using appropriate analysis techniques with accurate interpretation of their output/s.
- Explain the linkage between clinical practice and research and reflect on the value of research in the advancement of clinical knowledge.
- Recognise diversity and breadth of clinical research.
- Describe the principles of research/knowledge translation and how this contributes to updating clinical practice and treatment.
- Communicate research effectively in oral and written format.
Generic skills
- Develop skills in research and critical appraisal of the literature;
- Develop skills in using and evaluating evidence;
- Increase the understanding and use of statistical techniques;
- Perception of the benefits and value of research;
- Develop skills in team work and encourage an understanding of diversity in professional settings;
- Encourage independence in defining areas for study;
- Enhance oral and written communication skills;
- Encourage learning in medically relevant areas.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MEDS30004 | Advanced Medical Science 1 | No longer available |
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Biostatics quizzes
| Weekly from Week 2 to Week 7 | 5% |
Research into practice assessments
| Mid semester | 12% |
Biostatistics test
| Week 8 | 8% |
Biostatistics Exam
| Week 10 | 15% |
Research Report
| End of semester | 30% |
Oral presentation on research report
| End of semester | 10% |
Critical reflection of clinical exposure
| End of semester | 5% |
Supervisor Evaluation form
| End of semester | 5% |
Pre-clinical lab exposure, lab book
| Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Master class quizzes
| Weekly throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Final exam: MCQ and SAQ
| End of semester | 10% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Extended)
Coordinator Nilakshi Waidyatillake Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 144 Total time commitment 680 hours Teaching period 30 January 2023 to 7 July 2023 Last self-enrol date 10 February 2023 Census date 31 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 9 July 2023 Semester 1 (Extended) contact information
Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
What do these dates mean
Visit this webpage to find out about these key dates, including how they impact on:
- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
All class materials will be provided.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor 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: 31 January 2024