Overview

From 2022, year 4 medical students undertaking Honours can select two modes of delivery. The first option enables students to undertake a coursework intensive program that will reduce the research project to 18 UoC allowing 30 UoC to be undertaken via coursework, from an approved specialisation. The second option is … For more content click the Read More button below. This is a one year research program offered to students in year 4 of the six year Medicine program or Arts/Medicine who have achieved a high standard in their studies. Those who complete the research program in conjunction with the six year curriculum will be eligible for the award of the degree BSc(Med)Hons. In general the aims of the year, normally spent in supervised research, are to enable the student to acquire an appreciation of the value of observation and research in the development of medical science, to determine the 'current state of knowledge' in a defined field, to provide experience in the written and spoken presentation of scientific information and scholarly research, and to provide an invaluable background in basic research philosophy and techniques on which a subsequent career in specialised medical research may be built, and develop an understanding of, and ability to interpret research that underpins evidenced-based clinical practice. 

Learning Outcomes

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Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in clear and concise presentation of research information that is appropriately referenced.
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Demonstrate your understanding of relevant research methodologies by applying them appropriately to the research project.
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Collect, analyse and interpret qualitative and/or quantitative data, and reach appropriate conclusions that are supported by evidence.
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Interpret and critically evaluate research literature, to formulate hypotheses or research questions and then to justify discussion, comparisons or conclusions from the research performed.
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Demonstrate professional skills in planning, time management, teamwork and research integrity.
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Design future experiments and studies based on research skills and understanding developed through the research project.
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Program Structure

Students must complete 48 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

Honours Specialisations48 Units of Credit:

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

The student needs to achieve a minimum combined score from all assessments of at least 50%, as well as achieve a pass (50% or higher) for their final manuscript to pass MDCN8888 and MDCN8889.

For students taking MDCN8888, they must also pass the selected 6 UOC Advanced Course.

The student also has to meet clear expectations set out at the start of the program in the Milestones and Expectations form, like attendance requirements for the course and research project set out in consultation with the supervisor.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Associated Programs

Postgraduate Pathway

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1750 - Anatomy
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1770 - Medicine (POW Clinical School)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1771 - Medicine (SWS Clinical School)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1772 - Medicine (St George Clin Schl)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1773 - Medicine (St Vincent's Cl Sch)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1774 - Medicine (Kirby Institute)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1780 - Pathology
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1790 - Physiology and Pharmacology
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1795 - Rural Health
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1800 - Psychiatry
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1810 - Surgery (POW Clinical School)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1811 - Surgery (SWS Clinical School)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1812 - Surgery (St George Clin Schl)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1813 - Surgery (St Vincent's Cl Sch)
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1820 - Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1825 - Children's Cancer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1830 - Paediatrics
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1835 - Public Health & Community Med
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1841 - Medical Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1851 - Medical Education

Professional Outcomes

Accreditations

Australian Medical Council

Career Opportunities

Clinical Researcher

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal
Honours Classes

Program Fees

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