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Otolaryngology Advanced Coursework (OTOL40002)
HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Subject Coordinator:
Dr Hayden Timothy Eastwood
haydente@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Coordinator:
Ms Nora Hanfi
shanafi@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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The proposed subject requires students to attend weekly departmental scientific seminars, and a subset of lectures in Anatomy & Physiology (ANAT90004). Assessment will be based on a written report and an oral presentation. Students will be required to provide a 3000-word report reviewing the scientific literature relevant to their chosen area of research, and an oral presentation will be made on the critical analysis of a journal paper. The proposed format provides students with an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the auditory system, as well as experience in the interpretation, critical analysis and presentation of scientific data. These skills are pertinent to their training in the communication and interpretation of scientific literature and research, and provide students with a sound basis on which to undertake the lab-based research component of the Honours year.
Intended learning outcomes
Knowledge
On completion of this subject students should demonstrate knowledge of:
- Developing hypotheses based on knowledge of the major concepts and previous studies related to their research question.
- The range of research methods which could be used to answer their research question.
- Critically interpreting published data and place it in the literature of the field.
Skills
On completion of this subject students should have developed competency in:
- Critical thinking, utilising logic, evidence evaluate claims and solve problems regarding medical research.
- Evaluating published studies for validity and relevance to their research question.
- Communication, including written reports, and clear verbal communication to a group of peers.
Application of knowledge and skills
On completion of this subject students should be able to apply their knowledge and skills to:
- Evaluate the scientific evidence base.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have developed the following generic skills:
i) ability to critically appraise scientific literature
ii) ability to analyse and interpret scientific findings, and place outcomes in the context of the existing literature
iii) ability to communicate scientific ideas effectively in both written format and through oral presentation
iv) ability to evaluate and synthesize information in a flexible manner
Last updated: 8 November 2024