Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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

Synopsis

Proposals to undertake a special studies subject should be prepared before the start of the semester, in order for the student to arrange a supervisor and finalise a viable study program (with a written contract detailing performance requirements and assessment methods).

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

1. design an individual project to meet specific needs
2. formulate a number of questions to be answered by the project
3. identify and critically analyse data relevant to the project
4. recommend an outcome based on the project findings.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 100%

Chief examiner(s)

Colin Jevons

Contact hours

Customised study program by permission

Prerequisites

Permission required