UnitLevel 4Undergraduate

PAR4002 Research proposal

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

PAR4002 Research proposal is a level 4, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
12
Offered in 2026
Semester 1, Semester 2
Peninsula
Assessment
No exam
3 tasks

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before PAR4002

No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.

After PAR4002

1 unit list PAR4002 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

Prohibition: BEH4200
Co-requisite: PAR4001
Must be enrolled in M3707 or M6015

Overview

In this unit you will further develop your research skills, analytical abilities, communication skills, and acquire advanced knowledge in a specific area relevant to paramedicine. You will undertake guided studies in research methodology and complete a research proposal to address an identified research question. You will acquire knowledge of the ethical principles of research and develop an ethics application for submission to the relevant research ethics committee/s.

Offerings in 2026

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterPeninsulaFlexible
Second semesterPeninsulaFlexible

Assessment

  • Plan (1,000 words)Written
    25%
  • Oral presentation (20 mins)Presentation
    30%
  • Research Proposal (2,500 words)Written
    45%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Identify an area of knowledge deficit relevant to paramedicine.

  2. 2

    Design a structured, answerable research question.

  3. 3

    Propose the use of appropriate research methodologies and methods to address an identified research question.

  4. 4

    Apply ethical principles in the design of a proposed research project.

  5. 5

    Formulate effective communication strategies for a variety of audiences using various formats.

  6. 6

    Integrate professional attitudes and attributes in the process of research.

Workload and teaching

  • Tutorials12 hours
  • Lectures-

Learning resources

Required resources

See Moodle for details about required resources.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Associate Professor Kelly Bowles
Chief Examiners
Dr Cameron Gosling

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for PAR4002?

PAR4002 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

What can I take after PAR4002?

PAR4002 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including PAR4003.

When is PAR4002 offered?

In 2026, PAR4002 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Peninsula.

Does PAR4002 have an exam?

No. PAR4002 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.

More details

Credit points
12
Level
4
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Organisational unit
Department of Paramedicine
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.250
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Available
Handbook years
2021202220232024202520262027