ASSESSMENT BRIEF
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Subject Code and Title
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PUBH6008: Capstone A: Applied Research Project in Public Health
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Assessment
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Assessment 3: Research proposal
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Individual/Group
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Individual
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Length
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2,000 words
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Learning Outcomes
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This assessment addresses the following learning outcomes:
Integrate and apply their knowledge and skills in public health
Develop research skills and apply these to a public health issue
Conduct a small literature review which critically analyses key issues on a public health research topic
Define and justify a research question, based on the
literature/public health issue, and outline its
significance
7. Understand the principles of ethics and apply these to
a research proposal
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Submission
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By 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday of Week 12
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Weighting
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60%
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Total Marks
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100 marks
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Context:
This assessment is prescribed to advance literature searching, critical analysis, research question development, and research planning and project management skills.
This assessment involves developing a research question, conducting a thorough literature review, defining a gap in the literature, expressing a research question, describing the methodology and methods that will be used to answer the research question, and developing a GANTT chart to guide use of time in Capstone B.
It assesses the key understanding necessary for conceptualising and developing a research proposal, which will prepare you for the use of research methods as a public health practitioner.
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Instructions:
By the end of Module 6, students will submit their full project proposal. This must include the following sections:
Introduction
- introductory background regarding the public health problem, including broad project aim Literature review describing the current knowledge on this topic, the key ideas, theories, and issues,
and the gap/conflict that your project will resolve.
- start with broad knowledge; narrow focus to your population and issue of interest
- end with your research question/project aim, and a justification of the significance of the
project
Project design and methods
- the method you will use to address your project aims
- a detailed explanation of each step you will take to complete your project (including data type,
collection, and analysis for research projects)
- justification of your project design–why is this the right way to address your project aims?
- ethical considerations of the project
Dissemination plan
- how you plan to communicate and disseminate the outcomes of your work
References
- your reference list
Please submit your Capstone B GANTT chart, which should describe the tasks and time-frames for your project tasks in Capstone B, as a separate Excel spreadsheet.
Students will also receive marks for progression within their project plan as described in the Gantt chart, as presented in weekly guidance meetings with their facilitator throughout the trimester.
Assessment Criteria:
Clarity of research problem and rationale provided for its significance (15%)
Critical and comprehensive review of the literature (15%)
Justification of research design and methods, including ethical considerations (30%)
Logical and clear program plan using the GANTT chart method (10%)
Progression demonstrated through attendance at weekly progress meetings with facilitator (10%)
•General
assessment criteria (20%):
oProvides a lucid introduction
oShows a sophisticated understanding of the key issues
oShows ability to interpret relevant information and literature in relation to
chosen topic
oDemonstrates a capacity to explain and apply relevant concepts
oShows evidence of reading beyond the required readings
oJustifies any conclusions reached with well-formed arguments and not merely
assertions
oProvides a conclusion or summary
oCorrectly uses academic writing, presentation and grammar:
▪Complies with academic standards of legibility, referencing andPUBH6008_Assessment_Brief_3
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bibliographical details (including reference list)
▪Writes clearly, with accurate spelling and grammar as well as proper sentence and paragraph construction
▪UsesappropriateAPAstyleforcitingandreferencingresearch
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Marking Rubric:
Assessment Attributes
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0-49 (Fail - F) Poor
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50-64 (Pass -P)
Functional
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65-74 (Credit - CR)
Proficient
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75-84 (Distinction–DN)
Advanced
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85-100 (High Distinction–HD)
Exceptional
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Grade Description (Grading Scheme)
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Evidence of unsatisfactory achievement of one or more of the learning objectives of the subject, insufficient understanding of the subject content and/or unsatisfactory level of skill development.
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Evidence of satisfactory achievement of subject learning objectives, the development of relevant skills to a competent level, and adequate interpretation and critical analysis skills.
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Evidence of a good level of understanding, knowledge and skill development in relation to the
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