Supervised Dissertation 1 and 2
PostgraduateUND-NURS60012023
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Supervised Dissertation 1 and 2
About this subject
On completion of this subject students should be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:
- Produce a substantial project proposal utilising evidence-based literature, scholarly inquiry and writing at a level that clearly articulates professional practice;
- Design a methodical approach which incorporates empirical design, method and process (including ethics documentation);
- Demonstrate potential to contribute to the body of nursing or midwifery knowledge
- Research in nursing; data collection; research design; research ethics; research writing.
This subject expose students to the principal forms of research used in nursing and related health contexts. As such, it provides a foundation in research design, methods, data collection and data analysis. Students design, analyse and implement their research, and are allocated a supervisor to assist them through these research stages. Students submit a major scholarly written document in the form of an article that meets the submission requirements of a nominated peer-reviewed journal.
Journal (10%)
Ethics Practice Application (40%)
Research Proposal (50%)- Journal exchange using LMS Journal tool (10%)
- Practice ethics application using relevant forms. (40%)
- Research Proposal using official headings/oral defence of this proposal . (50%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
The University of Notre Dame Australia is committed to delivering an excellent student experience, alongside a high standard of teaching, research, and training. As a leader in ethical education, Notre Dame aims to develop students’ critical reasoning and their ability to make ethical decisions—crucial skills to progressing their careers and leading purposeful lives. At Notre Dame, students navigate their future with an ethical education online.
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- UND-NUC-MAS-2023 - Master of Nursing (Coursework)
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.25 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 20 to 24 hours of study each week.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
Master of Nursing (Coursework)
PostgraduateUND-NUC-MAS