This course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and generic attributes that will prepare health professionals for advanced positions in their profession and for leadership roles.
Students will develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary health science; extend competence in research methods; demonstrate high-level critical thinking and reflective practice skills; enhance their communication skills and contribute to the body of knowledge underpinning their profession.
Students complete one year full time equivalent of coursework including research methods units and advanced studies in an area of specialisation followed by a single or series of research workplace based or industry linked projects to complete the research work which may be presented as a thesis or portfolio.
QUT staff will provide every form of assistance possible, but it is ultimately your responsibility to ensure the accuracy and validity of your enrolment. Your Course Summary is the authoritative source on which units to complete and the order of progression required to get you to graduation.
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The Kelvin Grove campus is located only two kilometres north of Brisbane's city centre. The campus is well serviced by buses, including the free QUT shuttle bus, and is a 20 minute walk from the Roma St Transit Centre. A circuit bus is available to help students move around Kelvin Grove campus.