HNN727 - Research in Nursing and Midwifery
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.250 |
| Unit chair: | B Kent (B) |
| Incompatible with: | HNN722, HNN728 |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will enable students to develop increased understanding, knowledge and skills in a range of research methods and approaches relevant to applied research. It will also enable students to develop a critical understanding of the nature, scope and purpose of research within clinical practice contexts. They will be able to formulate relevant, appropriate and rigorous research questions, strategies, methods, data collection, analysis and dissemination approaches to address a chosen topic that addresses an issue (or issues) in their clinical setting. They will also enhance their understanding of strategies used to translate evidence into practice.
Assessment
Assignment 1 (4000 words) 40%, assignment 2 (6000 words) 60%
Prescribed texts
Creswell, JW 2009, Research design: qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods approaches, 4th edn, sage, Thousand Oaks.
Schneider, Z, Whitehead, D & Elliot, D (eds). (2007), Nursing and midwifery research: methods and appraisal for evidence-based practice, 3rd edn, Mosby-Elsevier, Sydney
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1412 | $1130 | $1130 | $4492 | $5558 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.