Master of Health Research Thesis 6CP PG (12070.1)

Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
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Master of Health Research Thesis 6CP PG
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods Research
 Bruce, Canberra
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.25 6 Faculty Of Health
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Faculty Of Health Post Graduate Level Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
Candidates will undertake research resulting in a significant contribution to knowledge and/or the application of knowledge within a particular area of specialisation within the field. The work will include a searching review of the literature, a systematic approach to the acquisition of knowledge and the preparation of a substantial and well ordered dissertation demonstrating a thorough understanding of the state of knowledge in the area of inquiry and the relationship to the broader environment within which the dissertation is located.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Display a sound knowledge of the field of the thesis including recent contributions to that field
2. Demonstrate analytical and critical evaluation skills of a high order
3. Produce a substantial critical review of the field
4. Present an original contribution in the form of a contribution to knowledge or a new presentation of existing knowledge


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

Demonstrated capacity and aptitude for research.
Availability for enrolment in 2026 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2025 Bruce, Canberra Research Semester 2 Research Prof Jennie Scarvell
2025 Bruce, Canberra Research Semester 1 Research Prof Jennie Scarvell
2026 Bruce, Canberra Research Semester 1 Research Prof Jennie Scarvell
2026 Bruce, Canberra Research Semester 2 Research Prof Jennie Scarvell
Not available

Required texts

Required readings are defined by the program of research work. This may include research materials from awide range of sources available at the library and through scholarly databases.

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

The 135JA Master of Health Research complies with the Higher Degree by Research Progress and Milestones Policies and Procedures. These procedures have been developed to guide stakeholders in the processes relating to the rules and requirements set out in the Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Progress and Milestones Policy

For Thesis Examination please refer to the "Examination of Higher Degree by ResearchTheses Policy:  https://www.canberra.edu.au/policies/PolicyProcedure/Index/377

and the Higher Degree by Research Examination Outcomes Procedure:  https://www.canberra.edu.au/policies/PolicyProcedure/Index/427

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Learner engagement

Research work is dependent on advanced organisational skills, and individual motivation. Completion of theprogram of research will be facilitated by the supervisory panel, but remains the responsibility of thecandidate.
Individual initiative, motivation, goal setting and completion to deadlines are essential for successfulcompletion of the unit.

Participation requirements

For applications for leave, intermission and other leave, please see Graduate Research Office.GraduateResearch@canberra.edu.au
For support for on-boarding, desk and other matters during the candidatures, there is support available at
HealthHDR@canberra.edu.au

Required IT skills

IT skills needed will be mapped out with the supervisory panel, and gaps in skills remedied by finding necessary (reasonable) learning resources.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None