SRH5032 Applied research for health
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
SRH5032 Applied research for health is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 12 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before SRH5032
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After SRH5032
1 unit list SRH5032 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in a Postgraduate degree
Prerequisite: SRH5001 for students enrolled in M6022
Overview
This unit is designed to support in the preparation for the independent research project.
The unit will facilitate the capacity to translate thoughts and interests around health care into a sound research project by undertaking a critical review of the literature, and developing a research proposal which is feasible and ethical.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | Online |
Assessment
- Research question and rationale (1,000 words equiv.- including demonstrated use of PICOT or equiv.)Written25%
- Literature review (2,500 words)Written35%
- Research proposal (3,000 words equiv. including GANTT chart & budget table)Written40%
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
Explain how the use of research is a basis for decision making in the health care policy and clinical arena particularly in its application to health care practice;
- 2
Formulate a research question that addresses an evidence gap in health care;
- 3
Critically analyse the research literature in response to the proposed research question;
- 4
Develop a feasible and ethical research proposal for implementation within a health or community setting to address a novel research question.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops-
- Applied sessions3 hours
6 hours of teacher-directed study per week, including a weekly online tutorial and an online individual application discussion via an open calendar booking system. Teacher-directed learning and activities occur via Moodle.
6 hours per week of self-directed study.
Total per week = 12 hours
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Eleanor Mitchell
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Tammy Smith
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for SRH5032?
SRH5032 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after SRH5032?
SRH5032 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including MAP5010.
When is SRH5032 offered?
In 2026, SRH5032 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton, with an online option.
How much work is SRH5032?
The handbook expects about 12 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does SRH5032 have an exam?
No. SRH5032 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.