Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Unit

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Synopsis

This unit is the first of the formal requirements of the project or minor thesis component of many of the Masters degrees in the faculty. Students will identify a research project, develop the research question and protocol including the conduct of a literature review. This is a core unit and must be undertaken as part of a minor thesis or project enrolment.

Objectives

By the completion of this unit student's will be able to:

1. Describe the theoretical basis behind their topic and research design
2. Develop a research question
3. Demonstrate a collaborative and critical approach to research
4. Identify the issues related to the conduct of the proposed research

Assessment

Literature review up to 4000-5000 words (hurdle requirement)
Research proposal up to 1500-2000 words (hurdle requirement)
Contact with supervisor (hurdle requirement)

Chief examiner(s)

Associate Professor Lisa McKenna

Off-campus attendance requirements

12 hours or 156 hours per semester.

Prerequisites

Pre-requisites may be applicable depending on the course you are enrolled in. Please contact to your department course administrator who will be able to assist.

Prohibitions

MFM2001, Any MRU unit.