GAW3040

Research project: observing behaviour

(SCI)

Offered subject to final approval

Professor Grahame Coleman

6 points + First, Second Semesters + Distance + 12 hours per week + One weekend school at Caulfield campus is compulsory

Synopsis: This subject provides training in the design and conduct of independent research. Students will learn how to design and evaluate research in the area of animal behaviour; how to consider this in the context of animal welfare and ethics; how to conduct literature searches; how to successfully collect, analyse and interpret data; and how to communicate findings in written form with clarity.

Assessment: Literature review (500 words): 10% + Written research proposal (500 words): 10% + Ethics application: 5% + Poster presentation: 5% + Research project (5000 words): 70%