SYM4085 - Research Practicum

Leader: Naomi White

Offered

Not offered in 2007

Synopsis

The unit is designed to provide research experience in a group through an activity-based, problem-solving learning program. Students will undertake a qualitative research project as members of a research team of fellow students working under the guidance and supervision of the co-ordinator.

Objectives

On completion of the unit students will have:

1. developed research literature search and synthesis skills;
2. developed qualitative data collection and analysis skills;
3. developed report writing skills;
4. enhanced group work skills.

Assessment

Individual project report (5500 words): 60%
Individual contribution to group work (3500 words): 40%

Contact hours

One x 2 hr seminar/workshop per week.

Prerequisites

SYM4005 or permission of co-ordinator.

Prohibitions

SYM5075