School Of Nursing And MidwiferyMidwifery Honours Thesis A (Full-time)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401441.1
Discipline: MIDWIFERY
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 4
Credit Points: 20
Assumed Knowledge
A basic knowledge of research methods at undergraduate level.
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in Bachelor of Midwifery (Honours).
About this Unit
Research is a necessary undertaking toward the continued development of midwifery science and practice. Midwifery Thesis is comprised of Midwifery Thesis A (20 credit points) which is a continuing unit to Midwifery Thesis B (40 Credit points) in which the completed Midwifery Thesis is due to be submitted for examination.
In the Midwifery Thesis A unit, in consultation with their academic supervisors, the student will select a topic, conduct a literature review, design and implement a research study, and report the findings and their implications. The unit provides an opportunity for students, under the guidance of their supervisors to propose, plan and implement a research project related to midwifery, and work towards planning, developing and producing a written thesis due to be completed in the Midwifery Thesis B unit.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Computer for vUWS. Access to an internet enabled device is essential in order to be able to: access course materials; to participate in discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the lecturer during the session. See http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support for further information.
Courses| 4784.1 | Bachelor of Midwifery (Honours) | CURRENT |