IDA5400 - Supervised Research Paper in Idea

Leader: Bruce Missingham

Offered

Clayton First semester 2007 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2007 (Day)

Synopsis

Supervised Research in IDEA enables students to consolidate the theoretical knowledge analytical skills acquired in the M. IDEA in a research context. It requires independent learning and research by the student in an area that falls within the student's chosen Area of Concentration, and related to the core units offered in the first two semesters. It offers an alternative option to students wishing to pursue more academically oriented research rather than the internship-based client project IDA5310.

Objectives

Upon successfully completing this unit, students will:

1. Have acquired specialised skills in a particular area of international development and environmental analysis;
2. Have completed a relevant research paper that demonstrates their contribution to the field of international development and environmental sustainability in their chosen area of concentration.

Assessment

Research Paper (9000 words) : 100%

Contact hours

Students participate in research design and methodology workshops. Hours and dates to be arranged.

Prerequisites

Final component of M. IDEA