HLH106 Research Skills and Strategies 2
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| Unit code: | HLH106 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | HLH101 and HLH104 and HLH105 and HLH107-1 |
| Corequisite(s): | HLH107-2 and HLH107-3 and HLH107-4 |
| Equivalent(s): | HLP106 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,192 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $5,364 |
| International unit fee | $8,052 |
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2026, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | HLH106 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | HLH101 and HLH104 and HLH105 and HLH107-1 |
| Co-requisite: | HLH107-2 , HLH107-3 and HLH107-4 |
| Coordinator: | Natalie Pecheniuk | n.pecheniuk@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit builds on the foundational research skills developed in the preceding unit (HLH105), guiding students in their transition from undergraduate learners to independent researchers. It provides advanced training in the core components of research, with a focus on developing both the practical and strategic capabilities necessary for successful research project completion and communication.
Students will engage in workshops fostering skills in data management, data analysis and data communication, supporting students in preparing for key milestones including the submission of project outcomes in both written and oral formats. The unit emphasises critical thinking, self-directed learning, and reflective practice, essential attributes for a research career. In addition, active participation in the unit provides structured opportunities for career development, initiative, and professional growth within the research environment and broader biomedical career pathways.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Synthesise and clearly communicate the rationale, design, and outcomes of a research project using appropriate scientific conventions and presentation strategies.
- Critically evaluate and interpret research data and methodologies in the context of disciplinary knowledge.
- Critically evaluate adherence to research ethics, health and safety protocols, biosafety standards, defence controls and cultural perspectives in the conduct of a biomedical research project.
Content
This unit provides targeted training and workshop activities designed to complement the support provided by each student’s supervisory team. The focus is on preparing students for the successful completion and communication of their final research project, in both written and oral formats. Key content areas include statistical analysis of scientific data, with an emphasis on the accurate interpretation and visual presentation of statistical findings. Students will also develop skills in designing effective scientific figures and data displays suited to research communication. Additional workshops explore research career pathways in academia and industry, professional networking, CV preparation, and strategies for securing research funding and scholarships. Dedicated sessions provide opportunities for peer and academic feedback on seminar content and delivery, supporting refinement of presentation skills in preparation for the final project seminar.
Learning Approaches
Workshop activities are designed to complement the support provided by each student’s supervisory team. The focus is on preparing students for the successful completion and communication of their final research project, in both written and oral formats. Key content areas include statistical analysis of scientific data, with an emphasis on the accurate interpretation and visual presentation of statistical findings. Students will also develop skills in designing effective scientific figures and data displays suited to research communication. There are dedicated sessions that provide opportunities for peer and academic feedback on seminar content and delivery, supporting refinement of presentation skills in preparation for the final project seminar.
In addition, there are dedicated workshops for professional development with the collaboration of the Student Support Group (careers). Graduate Research Centre, and liaison with post-graduate coordinators from our external collaborative institutions are also engaged to explore research career pathways in academia and industry, professional networking, CV preparation, and strategies for securing research funding and scholarships.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Feedback will be provided in both written and oral forms throughout the unit, including for all formative and summative assessment tasks. Regular in-class discussions will offer opportunities for collective feedback, supporting self-reflection and peer learning.
Students are also encouraged to engage in informal meetings with the Honours Teaching Team. These meetings provide a confidential setting to receive constructive feedback on formative or final assessment tasks, and to discuss individual challenges or concerns in a supportive environment.
Assessment
Overview
Formal assessment for this unit is comprised of a Final Project Seminar that presents the Honours Project presenting its hypothesis and aims, with critical data evaluation to formulate an appropriate scientific conclusion. Future directions for the project can also be proposed based on literature and knowledge gaps in the field. This seminar will be presented to a wider audience that comprises of academics, staff and students from the School of Biomedical Sciences and wider faculty and/or external institutions.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Final seminar
An oral seminar presented to staff, visiting scientists, and other students. Assessment is based on demonstration of scientific and research quality, logic and argument, clarity, use of presentation tools and visual aids, and answers to questions.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
There are no prescribed texts for this unit. Individual supervisors will provide guidance on locating relevant resources for each student’s specialised area of investigation. Unit requirements are outlined on Canvas and introduced during the course orientation session. University facilities are available to support the preparation of presentations and related materials.
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit is conducted entirely in traditional lecture or seminar room settings, and no risks beyond the ordinary need to be considered.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.HL53 Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) (Study Area A)
- Students will demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of a biomedical science research area and understand the principles and practice of research ethics and laboratory health and safety related to this discipline.
Relates to: Final seminar - Students will demonstrate critical thinking, independent judgement and technical skills required to conduct, analyse and disseminate research in the biomedical sciences.
Relates to: Final seminar - Students will be able to effectively plan, execute and evaluate a piece of research by demonstrating responsible professional practice, and advanced problem-solving working independently and in collaboration with a research team.
Relates to: Final seminar