In general, on satisfactory completion of the course students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. plan and engage in an independent and sustained critical investigation and evaluation of a chosen topic in medical science

2. systematically identify relevant theory and concepts, relate these to appropriate methodologies and evidence, and draw appropriate conclusions

3. engage in critical review of appropriate and relevant information sources

4. apply statistical or other evaluation processes to original data when appropriate

5. understand and apply ethical standards of conduct in the work place

6. communicate concepts and contexts clearly and effectively both in writing and orally

This course is assessed on a Course Requirement Satisfied (CRS) or Fail basis. This is essentially the same as current assessment.

Enrolment in the Bachelor of Medical Science degree program and completion of each of BIOL2142, BIOL2151, BIOL2161, BIOL2171 and BIOL2174, BIOL2152 or BIOL2162 or BIOL2176. Students are only admitted following submission of a written proposal on a form provided by the coordinator.