Course coordinator
Associate Professor Ratilal Lalloo
I work part-time, Monday to Wednesday. If you contact me outside these times my response will be delayed.
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 22/11/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- Herston
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 8
- Administrative campus
- Herston
- Coordinating unit
- Dentistry School
To be conversant with the contemporary research and clinical literature within the chosen discipline, students will require an understanding of scientific methodology and the ability to critically analyse published research and where appropriate, transfer this to the clinical situation. Part of this training is the preparation and conduct of an approved research project within the chosen DClinDent discipline. Students should be capable of devising a small research project and bringing it through the development stages including ethics approval by an institutional ethics committee where required. The project is usually a part of an ongoing research theme within the School and should be devised and conducted in close association with the research supervisor/s within the same discipline. Accredited postgraduate training programs in Australia and New Zealand have the requirement for an integrated one year full-time equivalent research training within the chosen discipline. This is regulated by the Australian Dental Council and subsequently becomes a part of the requirements for registration as a specialist following graduation. Students will collect research data from the pilot study, conduct the analyses and report on the initial outcomes in the form of a progress report. The knowledge learned, skills developed and data collected during DENT8071 will be used in the completion of the research project and research report in DENT8072.
DENT8071 is a year-long course and will continue the research commenced in Year 1 of the program. In DENT8071 the research proposal prepared in Year 1 will be progressed with a number of activities, such as ethics approval, pilot study, data collection and analysis, and preparation and presentation of results (findings).
Self-directed learning will be required for example in biostatistics, epidemiology and other research related knowledge as needed for students’ individual disciplines and projects, supported by the research advisory team and other academic and research staff.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Formal enrolment in DENT8071 follows the completion of the Literature Review (DENT7911) and Research Protocol (DENT7912) in Year 1 of the DClinDent program, which is prepared in conjunction with the research advisory team.
DClinDent students can apply for credit transfer for research courses in Years 2 (DENT8071) and Year 3 (DENT8072) if they have completed a research higher degree (Masters and/or Doctorate) and/or have led and conducted research for non-degree purposes, in the last-5 years, but this MUST be in the clinical discipline of study.
For those who have been awarded a research higher degree an academic transcript, copy of the thesis report and publications emanating from this research must be submitted. Evidence of other relevant research conducted, and publications can also be submitted.
For those who have led and conducted research, details of the applicant’s contributions to the research and the publications must be submitted.
Should you consider that your past recent research activities (within last 5-years) are suitable for recognition of prior learning for an exemption to research activities (the DENT8071 and DENT8072 courses) in a DClinDent program an additional form will need to be submitted at the time of application to the program. Initial assessment of RPL will be by the School of Dentistry Research Committee and the appropriate Discipline Lead. Final consideration and decision on the RPL application will be by the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
DENT7911, DENT7912, DENT8010, DENT8020
Companion or co-requisite courses
You'll need to complete the following courses at the same time:
DENT8030, DENT8040
Restrictions
DENT8070
Course contact
Timetable
Additional timetable information
This is Discipline specific and available from the respective Discipline Lead.
Aims and outcomes
The aim of DENT8071 is to progress the Year 1 research project proposal, and self-directed learning in the clinical discipline and project relevant research skills and knowledge, with the support of a research advisory team.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively, professionally, ethically and communicate effectively as part of a research team.
LO2.
Apply ethical considerations of conducting research to a discipline specific research project.
LO3.
Select appropriate research methods in designing a scientific study to investigate an area relevant to specialist dental sciences while supported by experienced researchers.
LO4.
Apply foundational analytical methods to quantitative and qualitative data to solve discipline specific research questions.
LO5.
Report research analysis results in an appropriate scientific format.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay/ Critique, Reflection |
GEMS IPCP Curriculum Assessment
|
MUST PASS |
17/02/2025 - 7/03/2025 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Narrative Report
|
MUST PASS |
23/05/2025 1:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Data analysis and results report
|
MUST PASS |
17/10/2025 1:00 pm |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
GEMS IPCP Curriculum Assessment
- Hurdle
- Team or group-based
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Reflection
- Weight
- MUST PASS
- Due date
17/02/2025 - 7/03/2025
- Other conditions
- Student specific.
Task description
Details are available on the HABS1240 Blackboard course site.
Hurdle requirements
The assessment criteria must be satisfactorily met to pass this hurdle assessment item.Submission guidelines
Details are available on the HABS1240 Blackboard course site.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Narrative Report
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- MUST PASS
- Due date
23/05/2025 1:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Student specific.
Task description
Refer to the DClinDent Dentistry Research Guide 2025 document - 'Milestone 4'. The guide is available on the Blackboard course site>Learning Resources.
Hurdle requirements
The assessment criteria must be satisfactorily met to pass this hurdle assessment item.Submission guidelines
Must be submitted via Blackboard (Turnitin) and copy e-mailed to course coordinator.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 21 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Data analysis and results report
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- MUST PASS
- Due date
17/10/2025 1:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Student specific.
Task description
Refer to the DClinDent Dentistry Research Guide 2025 document - 'Milestone 5'. The guide is available on the Blackboard course site>Learning Resources.
Hurdle requirements
The assessment criteria must be satisfactorily met to pass this hurdle assessment item.Submission guidelines
Must be submitted via Blackboard (Turnitin) and copy e-mailed to course coordinator.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 21 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Pass/Fails | Description |
|---|---|
| P |
Course grade description: Demonstration of the ability in conducting the project following the defined methods according to the research proposal. Successful completion of the research data collection and analysis to submit given by the research supervisor/s on the appropriate form. Demonstration of critical insight; Research activity and standards appropriate for the discipline and equivalent to recently published reports in the specific area of research. |
| F |
Course grade description: Failure to demonstrate any of the above criteria. |
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Not scheduled |
Not Timetabled |
Narrative Progress Report |
Not scheduled |
Not Timetabled |
Updated Introduction, Methodology & Results |
Multiple weeks From Week 6 To Week 8 |
Tutorial |
GEMS Interprofessional Collaborative Practice You will work in small teams in a single 3-hour tutorial with students from; Audiology, Dentistry, Dietetics, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work and Speech Pathology. This is one module consisting of on-line preparation and a face-to-face tutorial class. You will be allocated to a small team of students from different discipline backgrounds to engage in a range of learning activities, including a case conference role play, to develop your knowledge and skills to help prepare you for working in interprofessional collaborative teams when caring for clients. |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course: