NUT5007 · Applied research skills in nutrition and dietetic practice

Overview

In this unit you will develop capabilities to undertake practice-informed research in the field of nutrition and dietetics. You will identify and investigate a contemporary nutrition and dietetic issue of public health or clinical significance. Through critical engagement with scientific literature, you will collect, analyse, and interpret research evidence to inform evidence-based practice. Your emphasis, in this unit, is placed on translating research findings into practical applications for diverse stakeholders, including health professionals, organisational leaders, communities, advocacy groups and policymakers. Throughout the unit, you will demonstrate ethical and professional behaviours in research conduct, and apply both critical and creative thinking to evaluate complex challenges in nutrition and dietetics practice. By the end of the subject, you will be able to contribute meaningfully to research, practice, and policy in nutrition and dietetics, supporting improvements in individual and population health.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

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

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Apply research and quality management approaches to address real-world challenges in nutrition and dietetics.
2. Disseminate research findings to inform evidence-based nutrition and dietetics practice, research, and advocacy.
3. Integrate ethical, personal and professional behaviours consistent with evidence-based research principles and the codes of nutrition and dietetics practice.
4. Illustrate digital literacy when addressing nutrition and dietetics issues, and utilising technological driven platforms.
5. Apply advanced teamwork, communication and collaboration strategies to contribute effectively within a research team, to advance nutrition and dietetics practice.

Workload

The unit will run over 5 weeks. Each week will comprise 8 hours of workshops, 8 hours pre-post class learning (including online modules), and 12 hours self-directed learning.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.