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MEDN8005 Translational Medicine Essay

MEDN8005 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By John Curtin School of Medical Research
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Medical Science
Offered in Second Semester, 2011, Spring Session, 2011, First Semester, 2012, Autumn Session, 2012, Winter Session, 2012, Second Semester, 2012, and Spring Session, 2012
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

Students will define an essay topic in discussion with the course-coordinator and an academic mentor. The course involves researching the scientific literature relevant to the topic and writing a detailed review. It is expected that the topic will integrate across different themes within translational medicine, and this course provides a capstone to the Master of Translational medicine program.

Learning Outcomes

On satisfying the requirements for this course, students will demonstrate an advanced understanding and critical analysis of an area of translational medicine including the current state of research in the field, a theoretical understanding of the underlying techniques; and a conceptual understanding of potential avenues to advance the knowledge in the field.

Students will have gained skills which enable them to interpret, synthesize and critically analyse the published literature; have enhanced scientific processing and research skills in experimental design, as well as information literacy, oral and written communication skills, and will have the ability to apply the knowledge to new problems.

Indicative Assessment

A written essay and oral presentation of the research topic.

Workload

Expected work-load is a minimum of 10 hrs/week, including 1-2 contact hours/week with academic mentor as required.

Course Classification(s) AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Requisite Statement

Undergraduate degree in biomedical sciences, or MBBS, or combination of undergraduate degree and relevant work experience

Recommended Courses

Knowledge and experience in medical or clinical sciences, allied health or health policy and administration.

Consent Required Consent is required prior to enrolling in this course.
Technology Requirements

standard library and IT access

Academic Contact anna.cowan@anu.edu.au

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