510-421 Research Project (AMS)#

Entry to the Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) course.

Research Project (AMS) is a continuation of Advanced Medical Science 2 for those students undertaking the honours component of the Bachelor of Medical Science course, and comprises an extension of the existing research project being undertaken in Advanced Medial Science 2.

- Develop skills in research and critical appraisal of the literature;

- Develop skills in using and evaluating evidence;

- Increase the understanding and use of statistical techniques;

- Perception of the benefits and value of research;

- Encourage an understanding of diversity in medicine;

- Encourage independence in defining areas for study;

- Enhance oral and written communication skills;

- Encourage learning in medically relevant areas.

The principal assessment is the AMS Project Report, which comprises an additional 50 points (i.e. minimum 100 points of research for the BMedSc(Hons) program). The report should be between 12,000-15,000 words.