Courses & Units
Major Project in Dementia Studies CAD700
Introduction
This unit provides a framework for students to design a research project, potentially of direct relevance to their professional and/or personal context, under the guidance of a research-experienced mentor. The form and scope of the project will be negotiated between student and mentor, for example the construction of a policy, evidence-based recommendation, and/or a primary research project. In addition to a literature survey establishing the basis for their project, students will also undertake a “clear communication” exercise related to their project (e.g. narrated presentation, magazine article, client advice brochure) for an audience unfamiliar with the field.
Summary
| Unit name | Major Project in Dementia Studies |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAD700 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Kathleen Doherty|Doctor Matthew Kirkcaldie |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- To employ advanced perspectives from care, support, neurobiology, public health and/or health policy to identify knowledge gaps or the potential for evidence-based improvements in the student’s personal context
- Use field-appropriate research methods to design an individual project related to dementia knowledge and/or practice, including an outcome evaluation.
- Evaluate the relevant primary literature in a chosen domain of dementia research
- Describe and specify an original research project in consultation with academic staff in a manner suitable for an ethical and/or strategic approval process.
- Communicate in an effective and scholarly manner.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 069999 | $2,005.00 | $2,005.00 | not applicable | $3,000.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CAD600Teaching
| Assessment | Project pitch (25%)|Literature search and project proposal (25%)|Major Project report (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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