Advanced Medical Research (MEDS40006)

Undergraduate level 4Points: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject, the second subject in the Bachelor of Medical Science (Degree with Honours), will extend and integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in Introduction to Medical Research subject, by employing and implementing techniques that will locate, synthesise and evaluate medical and research evidence, and apply this knowledge to illustrate how these findings can inform clinical healthcare and best practice. This research into practice will focus on the challenges associated with updating clinical practice and ‘knowledge transfer’ and will cover scientific communication, clinical guideline development, clinical informatics and translation. You will further extend the knowledge and application of statistical techniques learnt in the Introduction to Medical Research subject to the interpretation of statistical findings presented in research papers. In this subject, you will also be paired with a clinical research mentor and under their supervision develop a research proposal on a relevant clinical problem. This proposal forms the basis of the advanced systemic review, meta-analysis or research project that is threaded to, and completed, in the subject ‘Project in Medical Research’.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Produce a research proposal that is designed to answer a clear, coherent question related to a relevant clinical problem
  • Select and apply foundational and advanced data analysis techniques to evaluate research data and critically interpret the findings
  • Using pertinent examples, evaluate the relationship between clinical practice and research, and critically discuss the value of research in the advancement of clinical knowledge
  • Appraise the ethical responsibilities associated with the design, conduct and application of clinical research
  • Describe the principles of research knowledge translation and how this contributes to updating best clinical practice
  • Demonstrate proficient use of a variety of communication techniques to communicate with audiences in mixed settings and circumstances

Generic skills

  • Display advanced oral and written communication skills appropriate for a diverse a range of audiences and settings
  • Describe and actively apply strategies that facilitate collaborative teamwork and effective time management
  • Apply advanced critical and analytical skills and methods to the identification and evaluation of problems
  • Demonstrate skills in self-reflection and strategies to enhance self-directed study
  • Appreciate and implement the ethics associated with knowledge creation and usage

Last updated: 8 November 2024