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Completion of a supervised research project demonstrating independent study.

In this paper students will complete an advanced-level supervised research project, demonstrating independent nursing scholarship and the ability to translate findings into practice.

About this paper

Paper title Nursing Research Project
Subject Nursing
EFTS 0.25
Points 30 points
Teaching period 1st Non standard period (19 January 2026 - 6 November 2026) (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $3,353.00
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
NURS 441 and NURS 442 and NURS 443 and NURS 444 and NURS 445 and NURS 446 and NURS 447
Limited to
MNSc
Eligibility

This paper may be available as an alternative to NURS 582, in discussion with the MNSc Academic Lead.

Contact

nursing.science@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

MNSc Academic Lead

Teaching Arrangements

The student will have academic supervision (20 hours) through to submission of the research project in early September but is expected to work independently to conduct their research project.

Textbooks

No textbooks required.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes
At successful completion of the paper students will be able to:
  1. Assess current disciplinary concerns, determine nursing research priorities and select a feasible research topic to investigate
  2. Master advanced knowledge and theoretical understanding in an aspect of nursing
  3. Build a coherent argument for undertaking the research based on the synthesis of existing knowledge
  4. Design a well-structured, relevant and integrated plan of research
  5. Carry out ethically sound research using appropriate methods of investigation and analysis
  6. Analyse, argue and reach conclusions that are informed by independent inquiry and other available information
  7. Evaluate the implications of the research findings for clinical practice and make appropriate, well-supported recommendations for nursing practice/healthcare
  8. Disseminate findings as appropriate for the research project (for example to clinical areas, by publication to the wider profession)

Overview

Completion of a supervised research project demonstrating independent study.

In this paper, students will complete an advanced-level supervised research project, demonstrating independent nursing scholarship and the ability to translate findings into practice.

About this paper

Paper title Nursing Research Project
Subject Nursing
EFTS 0.25
Points 30 points
Teaching period 1st Non standard period (18 January 2027 - 5 November 2027) (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
NURS 441 and NURS 442 and NURS 443 and NURS 444 and NURS 445 and NURS 446 and NURS 447
Limited to
MNSc
Eligibility

This paper may be available as an alternative to NURS 582, in discussion with the MNSc Academic Lead.

Contact

nursing.science@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

MNSc Academic Lead

Teaching Arrangements

The student will have academic supervision (20 hours) through to submission of the research project in early September, but is expected to work independently to conduct their research project.

Textbooks

No textbooks required.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

At successful completion of the paper, students will be able to:

  1. Assess current disciplinary concerns, determine nursing research priorities and select a feasible research topic to investigate.
  2. Master advanced knowledge and theoretical understanding in an aspect of nursing.
  3. Build a coherent argument for undertaking the research based on the synthesis of existing knowledge.
  4. Design a well-structured, relevant and integrated plan of research.
  5. Carry out ethically sound research using appropriate methods of investigation and analysis.
  6. Analyse, argue and reach conclusions that are informed by independent enquiry and other available information.
  7. Evaluate the implications of the research findings for clinical practice and make appropriate, well-supported recommendations for nursing practice/healthcare.
  8. Disseminate findings as appropriate for the research project (for example to clinical areas, by publication to the wider profession).
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