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GSDD5006: Inquiry Topic

2021 unit information

This unit of study in the Master of Health Science (Developmental Disability) forms a capstone for Master's students. The purpose of this unit of study is to provide the student with the opportunity to investigate an area relevant to theory, practice and professional interests in developmental disability. The outcome of this inquiry topic is a comprehensive paper that may involve an extended literature analysis and critical review (or another mutually agreed format) of the chosen topic. This unit must be taken toward the end of the student's course, typically as a final or near final unit of study. Students must discuss their topic with the unit coordinator, who will organise a suitable supervisor. Approval from the coordinator is required prior to enrolling in this unit.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Medicine and Health

Study level Postgraduate
Academic unit Health Sciences
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Articulate the topic of interest clearly and provide a rationale for examining this topic
  • LO2. Select, critically analyse, and synthesise research and other relevant literature related to the chosen topic
  • LO3. Explain how and why a method was chosen to answer the research question, and the implications for using this method.
  • LO4. Analyse data using appropriate methods, and explain the findings in relation to existing literature and current practice.
  • LO5. Specify the implications of your conclusions for people with developmental disability and as appropriate relevant for families, disability services, professional practice, or disability policy.

Unit availability

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There are no availabilities for this year.
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2020
Online Cumberland, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 2 Early 2020
Online Cumberland, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2021
Online Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 2 2021
Online Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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