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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit investigates a range of sophisticated methods used in the diagnosis, staging, and treatment of cancer, such as diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, patient assessment and the TNM staging system (tumor, node, metastasis). Students will analyse surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy as cancer treatments and examine a range of other treatments including immune, hormone and precision medicine methods.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
eLearning materials will be available via Blackboard and students are expected to login and complete learning activities during specific weeks. Collaborative discussion and presentations are used to build confidence in communicating with patients and clinicians about cancer treatment.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Testing including Extended Matching Questions | 30% |
| Case Study | Case Discussion and Analysis | 30% |
| Case Study | Case Analysis and Presentation | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit investigates a range of sophisticated methods used in the diagnosis, staging, and treatment of cancer, such as diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, patient assessment and the TNM staging system (tumor, node, metastasis). Students will analyse surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy as cancer treatments and examine a range of other treatments including immune, hormone and precision medicine methods.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
eLearning materials will be available via Blackboard and students are expected to login and complete learning activities during specific weeks. Collaborative discussion and presentations are used to build confidence in communicating with patients and clinicians about cancer treatment.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Testing including Extended Matching Questions | 30% |
| Case Study | Case Discussion and Analysis | 30% |
| Case Study | Case Analysis and Presentation | 40% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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