Research Methods for Health Sciences

BACH2140

This unit of study introduces students to key research concepts in health, and to the major approaches to designing and evaluating basic and applied research in a health setting. Qualitative and quantitative methods are introduced, and practical ways of applying each method to a range of research topics are discussed. Students are exposed to the types of research which inform practice in a range of health areas, using actual research as practical examples. Current issues in a range of health disciplines will be investigated.

Unit of study details

Unit of study level: Intermediate

Credit points: 6

Commencing semesters: 1, 2

Further unit of study information

Unit of study handbook: BACH2140

Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships

Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates

Available for study abroad and exchange: Yes

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