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Otolaryngology Advanced Coursework (OTOL40002)
HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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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: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- BH-BMED Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours)
- BH-SCI Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours)
AND
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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BIOM40001 | Introduction To Biomedical Research |
July (On Campus - Parkville)
February (On Campus - Parkville)
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12.5 |
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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OTOL40001 | Otolaryngology Research Project Part 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Undergraduate 3 year sequence in a relevant science discipline, such as: anatomy, biochemistry, genetics, physiology, psychology, physics or mathematics
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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Literature review & aims-written
| From Week 4 to Week 7 | 60% |
Critical review of journal paper (oral presentation)
| From Week 10 to Week 12 | 40% |
Attendances of lecture series Hurdle requirement: In case of failure to meet the hurdle requirement, additional work will be required before a passing grade can be awarded. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Hayden Eastwood Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 26 Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Subject Coordinator:
Dr Hayden Timothy Eastwood
haydente@unimelb.edu.auAdministrative Coordinator:
Ms Nora Hanfi
shanafi@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
26 contact hours with an estimated total time commitment of 170 hours (including non-contact time)
What do these dates mean
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- 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
None
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Hearing Sciences (Otolaryngology) Informal specialisation Otolaryngology - Links to additional information
- 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