Monash University Handbook 2010 Postgraduate - Unit

Synopsis

The unit is designed to provide rsearch 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. advanced research design critique and development skills;

2. advanced research literature search and synthesis skills;

3. advanced qualitative data collection and analysis skills;

4. advanced report writing skills;

5. enhanced leadeership and group work skills.

Assessment

Written work: 90%
Tutorial participation and presentation: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Kirsten McLean

Contact hours

One x 2 hr seminar/workshop per week.

Prerequisites

SYM4005 or permission of co-ordinator.

Prohibitions

SYM4085