6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL
Postgraduate - Unit
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Synopsis
FIT5000 is an extension unit for all FIT coursework masters minor thesis degrees, where appropriate. Entry only available on approval by the Associate Dean (Education) where exceptional circumstances have been determined.
Outcomes
On completion of the Masters thesis, students will be able to:
- design a rigorous Masters level research project and develop project proposal;
- critically review research literature, research design and reported findings;
- evaluate and select research methods and techniques of data collection and analysis appropriate to particular research designs, projects and disciplines;
- conduct ethical research;
- communicate research findings in written and oral form in research and industry settings.
Assessment
Presentation and final thesis (normally 15,000 - 20,000 words): 100%
Workload requirements
Varies according to remaining requirements. To be determined by the Supervisor/Co-ordinator.
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Prerequisites
Associate Dean (Education) approval required.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Research methods and a sound understanding of the research topic area.
Prohibitions
Students are not permitted to enrol in this unit more than once.