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SPH 821 – Speech Pathology Project

2017 – FY1 Day

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff
Elisabeth Harrison
Unit convenor
Claire Layfield
Contact via 9850 9659
C5A 541
By appointment
Unit convenor
Christine Taylor
Contact via 9850 8763
C5A 541
By appointment
Convenor
Scott Barnes
Contact via 9850 7960
C5A 536
by appointment
Credit points Credit points
8
Prerequisites Prerequisites
SPH800 and SPH801 and SPH804 and SPH812 and SPH824 and SPH825 and SPH822 and GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) and permission by special approval
Corequisites Corequisites
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description
This full-year unit requires students to conduct a small piece of original research under supervision, with a written report of around 10,000 words to be submitted. The topic will be negotiated with lecturers within the department and supervision of projects will be arranged with appropriate specialists in the subject area. Students enrolled in this unit may audit SPH810 lectures that are relevant to their project development.

Important Academic Dates

Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment Tasks

Name Weighting Hurdle Due
SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation 30% No TBA
Literature review SPH821.2 20% No TBA
Thesis SPH821.3 50% No 27.11.2017

SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation

Due: TBA
Weighting: 30%

Students will present their research project outline, including ethics application to peers and supervisors


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Literature review SPH821.2

Due: TBA
Weighting: 20%

Students will submit a literature review for their research project in a format that is suitable for use in the final thesis.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Thesis SPH821.3

Due: 27.11.2017
Weighting: 50%

Students will submit the final report of their research project in thesis format.


On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Delivery and Resources

Students will meet regularly with their supervisors as negotiated according to their individual needs. They will also attend and participate in group tutorials as scheduled. 

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

Assessment Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy_2016.html

Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html

Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/complaint_management/procedure.html​

Disruption to Studies Policy (in effect until Dec 4th, 2017): http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html

Special Consideration Policy (in effect from Dec 4th, 2017): https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/special-consideration

In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/

Results

Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.

Student Services and Support

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

Student Enquiries

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

IT Help

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.

Graduate Capabilities

PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative

Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment tasks

  • SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation
  • Literature review SPH821.2
  • Thesis SPH821.3

PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills

Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment tasks

  • SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation
  • Literature review SPH821.2
  • Thesis SPH821.3

PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking

Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment tasks

  • SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation
  • Literature review SPH821.2
  • Thesis SPH821.3

PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability

Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment tasks

  • SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation
  • Literature review SPH821.2
  • Thesis SPH821.3

PG - Effective Communication

Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Select, evaluate, and critically review relevant literature, observing copyright and academic honesty regulations (CBOS 5.4, 5.6)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment tasks

  • SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation
  • Literature review SPH821.2
  • Thesis SPH821.3

PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens

Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues

This graduate capability is supported by:

Learning outcomes

  • Review and prioritise research tasks and regularly evaluate project time management to ensure timely completion of each section (CBOS 5.1, 5.3)
  • Integrate knowledge of research methodologies with a research question/hypothesis that is clinically relevant (CBOS 5.7)
  • Carry out a research plan that is consistent with all relevant ethical, legislative, and legal requirements for speech pathology research (CBOS 7.1, 7.2)
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and collaborative network of relationships with other student researchers, research supervisors, and advisors (CBOS 6.1, 6.3, 7.3)

Assessment tasks

  • SPH821.1 Proposal Presentation
  • Thesis SPH821.3