units

APG5781

Faculty of Arts

18 September 2017 25 April 2024
Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Arts
Organisational UnitSustainability Environment and Society
OfferedClayton First semester 2013 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2013 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Libby Porter

Notes

Previously coded GYM5490B

Synopsis

A major research paper enables students to consolidate the theoretical knowledge and analytical skills acquired in a research context. It requires independent learning and research by the student related to the core and elective units offered in the course, and provides an opportunity for students to pursue a major academically-oriented piece of research.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit students will have:

  1. gained skills in research project formulation and methodology
  2. consolidated the knowledge and skills gained in the coursework components of the course
  3. acquired the capacity to complete and report on a research project in a professional manner.

Assessment

Research paper (9,000 words): 100%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Libby Porter

Contact hours

Students participate in research design and methodology workshops. Hours and dates to be arranged.

Prerequisites

Students wishing to take this unit must gain permission from the Unit Coordinator. The following criteria for entry will apply: grade point average of 75% or above in the core and elective units; development of a maximum 1-page project proposal to the satisfaction of the Unit Coordinator, and supervisory capacity for the proposed topic.