Advanced Topics in the Neurobiology of Dementia unit (CAD702)

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Introduction

This unit develops critical thinking and deeper evaluation of research for advanced students studying the neurobiology of dementia. Students form a peer critique group to examine articles in domains of particular interest. Five papers are selected from student proposals to evaluate in an online journal club environment, with input and guidance from academics experienced in the field. Students then propose individual topics relevant to their professional and/or personal context, and undertake a critical literature review and evaluation.

Summary

Unit name	Advanced Topics in the Neurobiology of Dementia
Unit code	CAD702
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre
Discipline	Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre
Coordinator	Doctor Duncan Sinclair
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	21/2/2027	15/3/2027	18/4/2027	12/6/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Critically discuss contemporary research topics in the neurobiology of dementia
• Use knowledge of neurobiology research to evaluate the design, methods and findings of peer-reviewed scientific literature
• Evaluate the role of research funding in driving progress in dementia research
• Critically evaluate evidence available from contemporary research into the aetiology and potential therapies for dementia
• Engage in critical peer discussion of the neurobiology of the major dementias

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

CAD602

Teaching

Assessment	Negotiated topic proposal (10%)|Negotiated topic report (40%)|Journal club participation and critique (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.

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