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Research Project in Ecosystem Sci Part 3 (EVSC90029)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
January
July
Overview
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This subject is part of a sequence of four (A to D) taken in successive semesters that together constitute the 125-point research project offered through the MSc Ecosystem Science. This project provides students with the opportunity to design and conduct independent research in one or more disciplines within the broad field of ecosystem science. Students will also develop skills in critically evaluating new knowledge within one or more scientific paradigms. Specific research projects will depend upon the availability of appropriate expertise, but may address questions in conservation biology, ecology, ecophysiology, environmental psychology, environmental and landscape management, forest science, genetics, horticulture, hydrology and/or soil science. Students will take responsibility for their own research project, including the design and management of field and/or laboratory experiments, where appropriate; collection, analysis and interpretation of data; and communication of research findings through oral and written presentations.
The project will be taken over four consecutive semesters and will begin on the Monday of semester of entry (semesters 1 or 2) and continue for up to 88 weeks until the end of the fourth semester, minus recreation leave of between 4 and 8 weeks (22 weeks per semester over the four semesters).
For how long and at what time within the enrolment the actual period of leave is to be taken needs to be negotiated with a student’s supervisor.
The Research Project will be due for submission by the end of the formal examination period of the fourth semester of enrolment if an earlier date is not specified.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
- review and critically assess the scientific literature;
- plan an independent research project;
- formulate and evaluate hypotheses;
- design and conduct laboratory, field and/or social studies as appropriate to the field(s) of the research project;
- analyse and interpret data;
- clearly communicate scientific results in written and oral presentations to both specialist and non-specialist audiences
Generic skills
- The ability to manage time and projects
- The ability to think independently and exercise high-level problem solving skills;
- The ability to exercise critical judgement and operate in both a team environment and/or with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability
- The ability to interact in a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary research environment
Last updated: 11 October 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVSC90028 | Research Project in Ecosystem Sci Part 2 |
July (On Campus - Parkville)
January (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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.
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: 11 October 2023
Assessment
Additional details
The entire research project for the Master of Science (Ecosystem Science) consists of 125 points with assessments distributed over 4 semesters. There are no assessment tasks in Ecosystem Science Research Project C that contribute to the final mark for the research project. However, a Progress Review meeting will be held between the student and supervisor to confirm satisfactory progress toward timely completion.
Last updated: 11 October 2023
Dates & times
- January
Principal coordinator Stephen Livesley Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours This subject is an individual research project and weekly contact hours will vary depending on the nature of the project. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 3 January 2018 to 30 June 2018 Last self-enrol date 7 February 2018 Census date 9 February 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 April 2018 Assessment period ends 30 June 2018 January contact information
- July
Principal coordinator Stephen Livesley Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours This subject is an individual research project and weekly contact hours will vary depending on the nature of the project. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 1 July 2018 to 23 December 2018 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2018 Census date 10 August 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 October 2018 Assessment period ends 23 December 2018 July contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours
Last updated: 11 October 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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Type Name Course Master of Science (Ecosystem Science)
Last updated: 11 October 2023