Overview
In this course you'll get the support, encouragement, and advice on how to critically appraise research content; and then challenged to choose a thesis related to your undergraduate degree. In doing so, you will develop in-depth analytical skills, learn how to manage projects, improve both your scientific and media presentation skills and eventually present an academic document for peer review. You will also get the opportunity to engage and network with a variety of professional experts and stakeholders from local and national industries. Exit Awards: - Bachelor of Human Nutrition (Honours) - Bachelor of Midwifery (Honours) - Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) - Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) - Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)
Admission requirements
A completed Bachelor degree in a Health discipline with a GPA of 5.0 or higher. Students need to have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline (sports science - with preference given to those with an exercise or sports science degree) and those with a GPA of over 5.0. Additionally, students must demonstrate commitment from an appropriate staff member to act as their supervisor should their application for admission be successful.
Learning outcomes
- Independently source, review and critically appraise research ideas and projects in an identified Exercise, Nutrition or Health Sciences field.
- Synthesise, design and apply specialist knowledge within a Health Sciences field and communicate and defend a research proposal in an interdisciplinary context.
- Contextualise cognitive and technical skills to independently complete a research project inclusive of a scholarly document.
- Effectively communicate research findings and new knowledge, adaptable to a range of diverse contexts.
- Critically reflect on the outcomes and the practical applications of the new knowledge created and the research process.
