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Assessing the Predictors of Students' Learning Experience in Tertiary Level Health Professional Education

Description 
Description Student's learning experiences can vary significantly due to a variety of personal and societal factors. Understanding the predictors of students' learning experiences in health professional education is crucial for designing effective support systems and enhancing their academic success and overall well-being. The findings of this project would help tertiary institutions understand the unique challenges faced by specific subgroups of students. This will not only enhance the educational experience of students but also contribute to the diversity and inclusivity of the academic community. Objectives 1. To identify the key factors that influence the learning experiences of students in tertiary health science programs. 2. To assess the relative impact of these factors on academic performance, satisfaction, and overall well-being. 3. To provide recommendations for improving the learning environment and support services for students in health science education. Research Design A mixed-methods approach will be employed, combining quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews and focus groups to gain a comprehensive understanding of the predictors of students' learning experiences. Quantitate component of the project will include an online survey to collect data on various individual and societal factors that may influence learning experiences. Qualitative component will include Interviews, focus Groups discussions and key informant interview.
Essential criteria: 
Minimum entry requirements can be found here: https://www.monash.edu/admissions/entry-requirements/minimum
Keywords 
Learning experience, Health science, Health professional education, Education research, Learning and Teaching , societal factors, individual factors, student's academic performance
School 
School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Available options 
PhD/Doctorate
Masters by research
Masters by coursework
Honours
BMedSc(Hons)
Graduate Diploma
Graduate Certificate
Short projects
Joint PhD/Exchange Program
Medical Education
Time commitment 
Full-time
Part-time
Top-up scholarship funding available 
No
Physical location 
553 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne (adjacent to The Alfred)
Co-supervisors 
Ms 
Kelly Allen

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