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ORALHLTH 3204AHO - Oral Health Elective IIIOH Part 1

Teaching Hospitals - Semester 1 - 2024

This course aims to provide the student with the necessary research skills to undertake a major study and the opportunity to focus on a major research assignment to enhance their role as an oral health practitioner. Topics include research methodology and a major assignment.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code ORALHLTH 3204AHO
    Course Oral Health Elective IIIOH Part 1
    Coordinating Unit Oral Health
    Term Semester 1
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s Teaching Hospitals
    Contact Up to 3.5 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N
    Prerequisites ORALHLTH 2201AHO, ORALHLTH 2201BHO, ORALHLTH 2202AHO, ORALHLTH 2202BHO, ORALHLTH 2203AHO, ORALHLTH 2203BHO, ORALHLTH 2204HO and ORALHLTH 2200HO
    Corequisites ORALHLTH 3201AHO and ORALHLTH 3202AHO
    Restrictions Available to Bachelor of Oral Health students only
    Assessment Written reports, presentations
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Kostas Kapellas

    Course Coordinator:
    Dr Kostas Kapellas

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    On the successful completion of this course, the graduate should attain the cognitive skills to critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge and work cooperatively with mentors and will be able to:

    1 Critically analyse/consolidate/synthesise knowledge
    2 Assess and translate a body of knowledge of sufficent depth to commence practice
    3 Apply research methodologies related to oral health 
    4 Apply logical/critical/creative thinking to an area of Oral Health Therapy  practice
    5 Work autonomously/collaboratively as professionals in developing research outputs
    6 Demonstrate effective communication, ethical principles and social responsibility
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)

    Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth

    Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

    Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving

    Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

    Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills

    Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.

    3, 4, 5, 6

    Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness

    Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.

    3, 4, 5, 6

    Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency

    Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.

    1, 4, 6

    Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency

    Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.

    1, 4, 6

    Attribute 7: Digital capabilities

    Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.

    1, 3

    Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

    Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.

    3, 4, 5, 6
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Nil
    Recommended Resources
    Nil
    Online Learning
    Nil
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
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