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BHSC4012: Honours B: Applied Research Skills

Semester 1, 2024 [Block mode] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Honours students undertake a supervised research project in a health discipline area within the Faculty. Students will contribute to designing and/or implementing an approved research project and submit a thesis describing the project and its implications. In designing the methodology the student will work closely with academic staff/mentor who will supervise their research activities. Students will meet regularly with their supervisor; attend seminars and workshops that contribute to the research process and their thesis.

Unit details and rules

Unit code BHSC4012
Academic unit Health Sciences
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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BHSC3021
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Rachel Thompson, rachel.thompson@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Petra Avramovic, petra.avramovic@sydney.edu.au
Lisa Vaccaro, lisa.vaccaro@sydney.edu.au
Rachel Thompson, rachel.thompson@sydney.edu.au
Sophie Lewis, sophie.lewis@sydney.edu.au
Tatjana Seizova-Cajic, tatjana.seizova-cajic@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment Analysis and Reporting Planner
Analysis and Reporting Planner
10% Week 02
Due date: 03 Mar 2024 at 23:59
2 pages
Outcomes assessed: LO3 LO4
Assignment group assignment Analysis and Reporting Skills Portfolio
Analysis and Reporting Skills Portfolio
60% Week 06
Due date: 28 Mar 2024 at 23:59
2200 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO4
Assignment Analysis and Reporting Outline
Analysis and Reporting Outline
30% Week 08
Due date: 16 Apr 2024 at 23:59
1000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
group assignment = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard.

Distinction

75 - 84

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard.

Credit

65 - 74

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard.

Pass

50 - 64

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard.

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Unit Introduction and Overview Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 02 Data Analysis and Reporting Foundations Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 Quantitative Analysis and Reporting A Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Quantitative Analysis and Reporting A Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting A Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting A Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Reviews A Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 Quantitative Analysis and Reporting B Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Quantitative Analysis and Reporting B Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting B Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting B Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Reviews B Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 Quantitative Analysis and Reporting C Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Quantitative Analysis and Reporting C Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting C Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting C Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 Quantitative Analysis and Reporting D Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Quantitative Analysis and Reporting D Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting D Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Qualitative Analysis and Reporting D Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Attendance and class requirements

Students are required to attend the live 'Data Analysis and Reporting Foundations' class and all four live classes for their chosen unit stream (qualitative or quantitative). Students are welcome to attend one or more additional live classes from the other stream if they wish.

Students are required to engage with online classes in their chosen unit stream to support both learning and assessment activities in the unit and progress of their honours research project.

Students will be asked to nominate their chosen unit stream during the live  'Data Analysis and Reporting Foundations' class.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of analysis methods appropriate for the honours study
  • LO2. Implement appropriate analysis methods required to complete the honours study
  • LO3. Demonstrate and report on progress with their research project
  • LO4. Demonstrate understanding of the research process

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
Domain 4.1.b. Find, critically appraise, interpret and apply best available research evidence to inform clinical reasoning and professional decision-making.
Australian occupational therapy competency standards 2018 - OTBA
1.13. Manages resources, time and workload accountably and effectively
1.7. Collaborates and consults ethically and responsibly for effective client-centred and interprofessional practice
2.1. Applies current and evidence-informed knowledge of occupational therapy and other appropriate and relevant theory in practice
2.10. Maintains digital literacy for practice.
4.1. Communicates openly, respectfully and effectively
4.2. Adapts written, verbal and non-verbal communication appropriate to the client and practice context
LO2
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
Domain 4.1.b. Find, critically appraise, interpret and apply best available research evidence to inform clinical reasoning and professional decision-making.
LO3
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
Domain 4.1.a. Identify the challenge or question and the information that is needed to respond.
Domain 4.1.c. Provide evidence-informed patient/client-centred care by carefully considering the purpose of the proposed examination/treatment, reviewing existing protocols and methods, reflecting on clinical challenges or experiences and integrating knowledge and findings into practice.
LO4
Professional capabilities for medical radiation practice - MRPBA
Domain 4.1.d. Recognise opportunities to contribute to the development of new knowledge through research and enquiry.
Domain 5.4.b. Report on all incidents (including radiation and radioactivity incidents) as needed.

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

In 2024, we have made significant changes to the structure and delivery of the unit (e.g., providing opportunities for synchronous and asynchronous learning) and to assessments in this unit (e.g., changing the timing of assessments, creating a group assignment that provides opportunities for peer collaboration and learning) in response to student feedback.

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