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NURS531 Clinical Research Project

Supervised research to design, implement and evaluate a clinical project in a relevant field. Students evaluate research findings, best practice principles and utilise theoretical frameworks to effect successful implementation.

In this paper students design, implement and evaluate a research project. Students utilise theory, best-practice principles, and research findings to effect successful project implementation in a clinical setting.

Paper title Clinical Research Project
Paper code NURS531
Subject Nursing
EFTS 0.25
Points 30 points
Teaching period(s) Semester 1 (Distance learning)
Semester 1 (On campus)
Semester 2 (Distance learning)
Semester 2 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) $2,903.00
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.

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Eligibility

This paper is designed for registered nurse students studying for the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice toward nurse practitioner registration in New Zealand.

Contact

nursingstudies.uoc@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Convenor: Dr Philippa Seaton

Paper Structure

In this paper students design, implement and evaluate a research project. Students utilise theory, best-practice principles, and research findings to effect successful project implementation in a clinical setting.

Teaching Arrangements

The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.

Regular supervision meetings and self-directed learning.

Textbooks

Guyatt G., Rennie D., Meade M., and D. Cook (2015) Users' Guides to the Medical Literature. Essentials of Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. Third Edition. New York : McGraw-Hill Medical

Polit, D.F., & Beck, C.T. (2017). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice (10th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer/ Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins

Webb P., Bain C., & A. Page (2017). Essential Epidemiology: An Introduction for Students and Health Professionals . Third edition. Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes of Paper:

  • Demonstrate leadership in identifying health needs and establish the rationale for a clinical project to contribute to improving health outcomes with a selected population.
  • Critically appraise relevant literature and resources, to design, implement and evaluate a clinical project.
  • Utilise theoretical frameworks to support project decisions and activities.
  • Analyse and synthesise sources of evidence justifying each project step.
  • Plan and conduct the project in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Synthesise and disseminate findings in scholarly outputs.

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Timetable

Semester 1

Location
Christchurch
Teaching method
This paper is taught through Distance Learning
Learning management system
Moodle

Semester 1

Location
Christchurch
Teaching method
This paper is taught On Campus
Learning management system
Moodle

Semester 2

Location
Christchurch
Teaching method
This paper is taught through Distance Learning
Learning management system
Moodle

Semester 2

Location
Christchurch
Teaching method
This paper is taught On Campus
Learning management system
Moodle