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    Overview

    Introduction to the research process, analysis of research methodologies, use of information technology, ethics, critical evaluation of research papers and the use of statistical analysis in research.

    About this paper

    Paper title Principles of Research
    Subject Radiation Therapy
    EFTS 0.05
    Points 6 points
    Teaching period Semester 2 (8 July 2024 - 8 November 2024) (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $452.10
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Limited to
    BRT
    Contact
    rtenquiries.uow@otago.ac.nz
    Teaching staff

    Convenor: Associate Professor Peter Larsen

    Textbooks
    • Greenhalgh, T. (2014). How to read a paper: the basics of evidence-based medicine. (5th Ed.). John Wiley & Sons: Chichester, UK.
    • Liamputtong, P. (2012). Qualitative Research Methods. (4th Edition). Oxford University Press, Australia & New Zealand.
    • Liamputtong, P. (2010) (Ed.). Research Methods in Health: Foundations for evidence-based practice. Oxford University Press, Melbourne.
    • Peat, J. (2001). Health Science Research. A Handbook of Quantitative Methods. Allen & Unwin, Australia.
    • Wright-St Clair, V., Reid, D., Shaw, S., Ramsbotham, S. (Eds.). (2014). Evidence-based health practice. Oxford University Press: Australia & New Zealand.
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
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    Learning Outcomes

    On completion of this paper the successful student will be able to:

    • Describe the difference between quantitative and qualitative research
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of different study designs
    • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the process involved in obtaining ethical approval for research involving human subjects
    • Produce a critical analysis of two research papers on a chosen topic

    Timetable

    Semester 2 (8 July 2024 - 8 November 2024)

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