Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Human Movement & Nutrition Sci
Evidence based practice is fundamental to the dietetics professional. This course draws together both theory and practice. Students will use a team-based approach to systematically evaluate the level of evidence that address a problem facing dietetics practitioners in practice. They will develop solutions based on evidence including the practicality and the soundness of the financial and management risk elements of the solution.
Evidence based practice and research is fundamental to the dietetics professional and is integral in developing practice-based solutions. Dietetics professionals build on their formal education to apply current best practice evidence from the published literature upon graduation and in practice. In this course students will gain an in-depth understanding of different research methods including quantitative and qualitative research processes. The course includes advanced information retrieval skills to enhance ability to effectively and efficiently retrieve material of value when making clinical decisions. It builds on problem solving activities students have previously undertaken and utilises the knowledge and skills that they have developed over the first semestersﾠof the Master of Dietetic Studies Program.ﾠ
Course requirements
Assumed background
There are prerequisites of successful completion of DIET7101 and DIET7103 to enrol in this course.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
DIET7101 and DIET7103
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Brooke Devlin
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
The course is taught in block mode during the first two weeks of semester ONLY:
Tuesday and Thursdays of Week 1 and Week 2 only.ﾠ
Attendance is required to gain the necessary knowledge for the meeting competencies and completion of the assessments.
Employability Day for Dietetics also forms part of this course that is scheduled for Tuesday 15th April (Week 8 of Semester). Attendance in person is required for Employability Day.
Aims and outcomes
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This course provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate competence in evidence based practice to the level required for entry to the diet
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of research methodology and evidence based practice.
LO2.
Demonstrate a questioning and critical approach to practice issues.
LO3.
Apply evidence based practice, scientific research and evaluation findings to practice.
LO4.
Develop a credible professional role by commitment to excellence of practice.
LO5.
Work effectively within a dietetic student team in order to develop communication and process management skills, and facilitate peer-assisted, collaborative learning.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay/ Critique | Primary research article critique | 50% |
28/04/2025 2:00 pm |
| Portfolio | Dietetic Practice Competence Assessment Task | 50% |
CV and job application written part 9/06/2025 2:00 pm Interviews to be scheduled during Exam Period (09/06/2025 - 20/06/2025) ePortfolio finalisation 16/06/2025 2:00 pm |
Assessment details
Primary research article critique
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
28/04/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Students will critique a primary research article using the knowledge acquired in the workshops and instructions provided on Blackboard. Students will grade the study using the appropriate grading instrument and discuss the reasoning for their assessment of the study. Students will be required to translate and communicate the findings of the primary research article as if communicating to a patient.
Submission guidelines
Submit via the relevant Turnitin submission portal on the course Blackboard site.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
DIET7301 is in the final semester of the MDietSt Program. Applications for extensions on this assessment item may not allow the School sufficient time to finalise your mark for this assessment item and subsequently your grade for the course. Your grade may be held as incomplete (INC) on the finalisation of grades. Your grade will be finalised once all marks for the course have been finalised. Please be mindful of the impacts this may have on your graduation eligibility.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Dietetic Practice Competence Assessment Task
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Portfolio
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
CV and job application written part 9/06/2025 2:00 pm
Interviews to be scheduled during Exam Period (09/06/2025 - 20/06/2025)
ePortfolio finalisation 16/06/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
The purpose of this task is to demonstrate competence of entry level dietetic practice against the National Competency Standards. This will be done by synthesising evidence of experience collected across the MDietSt Program on the ePortfolio and evaluating knowledge, skills and abilities in line with the National Competency Standards. Evidence of progressive development of competence of the domains is required.
The task has two parts -
Part A - ePortfolio Finalisation - students pull together evidence across the MDietSt Program to demonstrate competence across the National Competency Standards
Part B- Mock job application and interview - this will allow students to provide evidence of competence when responding to job applications. The task will involve a written application and short mock interview.
Specific details of submission requirements and task descriptions are found on Blackboard site.
Recording of Assessment:
When a student is required to complete an oral or practical assessment item worth 20% or more, the performance will be recorded and retained as per Appendix 1 as the official recording of the item for re-mark purposes.
Recordings will be stored in a secure manner and will only be accessed for the purposes of:
i. moderation of marking
ii. provision of feedback to the student(s) recorded; and/or
iii. re-marking following a successful re-mark application.
All mock interviews will be recorded via Zoom and will not disrupt the interview process.
Submission guidelines
Refer to Blackboard for specific submission instructions on each part of the assessment task.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
DIET7301 is in the final semester of the MDietSt Program. Applications for extensions on this assessment item may not allow the School sufficient time to finalise your mark for this assessment item and subsequently your grade for the course. Your grade may be held as incomplete (INC) on the finalisation of grades. Your grade will be finalised once all marks for the course have been finalised. Please be mindful of the impacts this may have on your graduation eligibility.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Fails to satisfy requirements of course (0-24%) |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Fails to satisfy some of the basic requirements of the course. Clear deficiencies in performance, but evidence that some of the basic requirements have been met (25-44%) |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Fails to satisfy the basic requirements for a pass, but is close to satisfactory overall and has compensating strengths in some aspects: (45-49%) |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Satisfies all of the basic learning requirements for the course, such as knowledge of fundamental concepts and performance of basic skills; demonstrates sufficient quality of performance to be considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in the course: (50-64%) |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstrates ability to use and apply fundamental concepts and skills of the course, going beyond mere replication of content knowledge or skills to show understanding of key ideas, awareness of their relevance, some use of analytical skills, and some originality or insight:ﾠ(65-74%) |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstrates awareness and understnding of deeper and more subtle aspects of the course, such as ability to idenitfy and debate critical issues or problemsm ability to solve non-routine problems, ability to adapt and apply ideas to new situations and ability to invent and evaluate new ideas: (75-84%) |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstrates imagination, originality or flair, based on proficiency in all the learning objectives for the course: work is interesting, surprising, exciting, challenging or erudite: (85-100%) |
Additional course grading information
A final percentage mark will be rounded to the nearest whole number (e.g. 64.50 and above will be rounded to 65 and 64.49 and below will be rounded down to 64).
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT)
The assessment tasks in the course evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Attendance at workshops
The course is taught in block mode during the first two weeks of semester: Tuesday and Thursdays with details in timetable.ﾠAttendance is required to gain the necessary knowledge for meeting competencies and completion of the assessments.
As the assessment tasks for this course require the knowledge provided during the block teaching period (Week 1 and 2 of semester), if you are unable to attend for medical or extenuating circumstances, you are required to complete an absentee form and email the form as soon as possible to your course coordinator, Brooke Devlin (b.devlin@uq.edu.au) no later than two (2) calendar days after the date of the original class was held.
ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
When submitting an assignment, remember to include a cover sheet, for example -ﾠ
- Assessment Task:ﾠPaper critique
- Course Title: Evidence Based Practice in Dietetics
- Course Code: DIET7301
- Student Name: Jane Doe
- Student Number: 4xxxxxxxx
If students experience difficulties submitting assessment tasks, they should (by the due date/time):
- Email a copy of the assessment task to the Course Coordinator. For contact details refer to Course Contributors section of the Course Profile.
- Include a screenshot of the error message.
What is Turnitin
Turnitin is an electronic assignment submission tool. The tool provides your Course Coordinator with:
· a record of the exact submission time of an assignment
· an originality report indicating the percentage of your work that is an exact match of existing materials within the Turnitin database.
Instructions on how to submit an assignment using Turnitin are located on the UQ Library website
Submit your Turnitin assignment - Library Guide
Note:
When submitting, to check that you have chosen the correct file on the Preview Submission page and click on the Submit to Turnitin button. ﾠ
Remember to download your digital receipt in your Assignment inbox to confirm successful submission.
If a submission cannot be successfully completed, email a copy of the assessment task to the Course Administrator. For contact details refer to Course Contributors section of the Course Profile.
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.
Additional learning resources information
There is no need to purchase the required textbook. This is available through the UQ Library.
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 |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (24 Feb - 02 Mar) |
Workshop |
Workshop 1 - Evidence based practice cycle What is evidence based practice and why it is important? Understanding the evidence based practice cycle. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L04, L05 |
Workshop |
Workshop 2 - Levels of evidence Primary vs secondary literature, NHMRC Levels of Evidence, Practice Guidelines Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L04, L05 |
|
Workshop |
Workshop 3 and 4 - Appraising research Research critique and appraisal, assessing bias and research quality, tools to appraise research, paper critique activity in preparation for assessment Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 2 (03 Mar - 09 Mar) |
Workshop |
Workshop 5- Qualitative research Qualitative research process and mixed methods approach Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L04, L05 |
Workshop |
Workshop 6 - Quantitative Research Reliability, validity, outcome measures, clinical vs statistical significance, correlation vs causation Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L04, L05 |
|
Workshop |
Workshop 7 and 8 - Research translation Translating evidence, communication, and research impact. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
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.
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course: