This unit of study introduces students to both qualitative and quantitative research methods that are essential tools for dietitians. Methods include the development of questionnaires and conduct of focus groups. Students will learn about study design and methods used in epidemiology to be able to critically analyse the scientific literature of nutrition and dietetics. An introduction to statistical tests with practical computer classes will also be included. Scientific writing techniques will also be covered.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Nursing and Midwifery |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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NTDT5601 and NTDT5503 and (NTDT5504 or NTDT5604) |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Vasant Hirani, vasant.hirani@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Margaret Allman-Farinelli, margaret.allman-farinelli@sydney.edu.au |
Vasant Hirani, vasant.hirani@sydney.edu.au | |
Tutor(s) | Arpita Das, arpita.das@sydney.edu.au |
Kate Milledge, kate.milledge@sydney.edu.au | |
Rebecca Luong, rebecca.luong@sydney.edu.au | |
Juliana Chen, juliana.chen@sydney.edu.au |