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Minor Research Project (AGRI90070)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
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This subject enables students to conduct an original research topic under supervision, as approved by an academic project supervisor. The work commitment over one semester will be equivalent to lecture and practical based subjects worth 25 points. The content and extent of the project will be determined by a project supervisor in consultation with the student and subject coordinator. Students are strongly encouraged to initiate project ideas within existing networks or to identify a project topic of keen interest, through discussion with Faculty staff, prior to subject commencement. The project represents a capstone subject and comprises a review of a body of relevant literature, together with a critical evaluation of research or experimental protocols, a modest original experiment, or limited exploration of a scientific problem, or an investigation into a problem using an approved methodology. Following an initial workshop to establish subject expectations, deliverables and skill base requirements, projects will generally involve regular meetings with their supervisor where students report on progress, difficulties and research plans. Other workshops will deliver skill development in oral and written report presentation.
Intended learning outcomes
- Undertake a minor original research project as a capstone learning activity on a topic in a Faculty-supported disciplinary area
- Integration and application of disciplinary knowledge and skills to an independently generated research question and investigation
- Analyse and synthesise salient features and important theoretical, methodological and empirical trends in published literature and data
- Present research findings in clear, concise and persuasive written and verbal forms
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students will have:
- Capacity to articulate knowledge and understanding in oral and written presentations and to allow informed dialogue with individuals and groups from industry, government and the community
- Ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature in the discipline
- Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning and research
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Eligibility for honours or postgraduate degree - Undertaking a research project is conditional upon obtaining approval from a supervisor with consideration to appropriate subjects undertaken in their Masters
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Students who have completed the below subjects are not eligible to enrol in this subject.
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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AGRI90064 | Minor Research Project | Not available in 2024 |
12.5 |
AGRI90065 | Major Research Project | Not available in 2024 |
25 |
AGRI90072 | Major Research Project |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
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50 |
AGRI90079 | Minor Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
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12.5 |
AGRI90081 | Minor Research Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
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12.5 |
AGRI90080 | Major Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
AGRI90082 | Major Research Project Part 2 |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
This course requires all students to actively and safely participate in field excursions and laboratory activities. Students who feel their disability may impact upon their participation are encouraged to discuss this matter with the Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Project Proposal (1500 words) due Monday 9.00am of week 5 (30%) A pass in the project proposal is a hurdle requirement
- Final Report (7500 words) due immediately after the SWOTVAC period (50%)
- Oral Presentation (15 minutes) due in Week 12 or by arrangement (20%)
HURDLE REQUIREMENT: Students must pass the Project Proposal
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Sigfredo Augusto Fuentes Jara Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One hour per week class time, scheduled supervisor meetings plus individual project work. Meeting frequency / duration to be agreed with the project supervisor. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 27 February 2017 to 28 May 2017 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2017 Census date 31 March 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2017 Assessment period ends 23 June 2017 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Sigfredo Augusto Fuentes Jara Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One hour per week class time, scheduled supervisor meetings plus individual project work. Meeting frequency / duration to be agreed with the project supervisor. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours
Additional delivery details
Students can undertake this subject in either Semester 1 OR Semester 2. If you wish to complete the Minor Project over 1 year please enrol in AGRI90079 Minor Research Project Part 1 AND AGRI90081 Minor Research Project Part 2.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
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Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 3 November 2022