Research Project (Nursing Leadership)

RESEARCH PROJECT (SPECIALISATION: NURSING LEADERSHIP)

Unit code: HNO7901

Credit points: 12 

Study level: Postgraduate

Location: Victoria University Online

Prerequisites: HNO6004 - Evidence and Research for Practice

In this unit students will investigate a significant practice issue in their specialisation through undertaking a research project. Students will strengthen their evidence-based research capabilities drawing on the research project proposal from HNO6004 - Evidence and Research for Practice. Students will critically build on their review of the literature and employ either a qualitative, quantitative or mixed methods approach when undertaking their research project. Students will demonstrate skills in data collection, data analysis, interpretation and dissemination of findings in the form of a report or journal article for publication.

Learning outcomes

 

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Critically formulate, evaluate and rationalise the need to investigate a significant practice issue; 
  2. Conceptually map and interrogate the evidence-base of a chosen practice issue; 
  3. Exhibit skills in analysing, interpreting and disseminating research findings from a comprehensive critical literature review; and 
  4. Deliberate on the implications of findings for practice, professional development and future research. 

 

Assessment

 

Assignment: Argument - Argument - Significance of proposed research project (500 words) - 10%

Presentation: Revised Research proposal (10mins/2500 word equiv) - 40%

Report: Evidence based research project (2000 words) - 70%

 

Related course/s

 

This unit is studied as part of the following courses. Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course.

Master of Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Master of Mental Health

Master of Mental Health Nursing

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