Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

As for APG4737

Objectives

By completing this subject the candidate will:

1. Gain experience in conducting independent research.
2. Demonstrate a capacity to formulate a research question, design a research project, and collect, analyse and interpret data appropriate to addressing the research question.
3. Demonstrate a capacity to present research outcomes in a thesis appropriate to the relevant scientific discipline, and in a research seminar.

Assessment

Thesis (15000 words): 85%
Seminar (20 minutes): 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Stephen Legg

Contact hours

3 hour workshop/supervision per week