Research Methods in Public Health
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
This unit provides students with the specialised skills to critically appraise public health research to inform evidence-based practice and to undertake applied research. Students will gain an advanced understanding of relevant professional and/or scholarly conventions which govern research – with a focus on health equity and apply these in a range of contexts. They will be engaged in reviewing and appraising a variety of research approaches across the breadth of public health.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Analyse and critique contemporary perspectives and theories related to research in the field of public health;
- Conceptually map and appraise the essential elements and processes requisite to quality research;
- Critically review and synthesise current research in their field; and
- Design, articulate and defend proposed research.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Assignment | Grade: 30%
Critique of Research Designs (1500 words)
Assessment type: Other | Grade: 50%
Research Proposal and Literature Review (2500 words)
Assessment type: Presentation | Grade: 20%
Oral presentation of research proposal (10mins)
Required reading
Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):