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Capstone Research Project (EDUC90073)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Hawthorn)

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Overview

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An individually negotiated research project that comprises the Capstone experience for this course. Drawing on theory, knowledge and skills developed throughout the Master of English in a Global Context, students will undertake a substantial critical review of a particular body of literature. The Capstone project will culminate with the synthesis of findings of their work in a written report. A hurdle requirement for this subject is that students will also provide an oral presentation of their findings, which should incorporate a reflection on the key learnings and understandings they have gained from their studies in the Master of English in a Global Context.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:



  • understand the process of undertaking a research project;
  • develop applied research skills;
  • conduct a constructively critical literature review;
  • be able to investigate systematically a matter of academic or professional concern and
  • be able to write a clear and coherent report on their research.

Last updated: 10 February 2024

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted in the Master of English in a Global Context (MC-ENGGC). This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
EDUC90070 Research Methodology No longer available

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: 10 February 2024

Assessment

Additional details

Research report, 10,000 words (100%)

  • Part A: Literature Review: 4000 words, due mid semester, (20%)
  • Part B: Outstanding Report sections -Scope, Findings, Conclusions, 6,000 words, due end semester, (80%)

Hurdle Requirement: Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject.

Last updated: 10 February 2024

Dates & times

  • March
    Principal coordinatorSusan Worthington
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Hawthorn)
    Contact hours36 hours
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period 4 March 2019 to 7 June 2019
    Last self-enrol date22 March 2019
    Census date29 March 2019
    Last date to withdraw without fail10 May 2019
    Assessment period ends14 June 2019

    March contact information

    Melbourne School of Professional and Continuing Education

    Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au

    Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
    Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm AEST/AEDT. Weekends and University of Melbourne observed Public Holidays 10am to 5pm AEST/AEDT.

Time commitment details

170 hours per 12.5 credit point subject

Additional delivery details

Individual supervision sessions, as negotiated. It is expected that student time commitment for the subject will be at least 36 hours

Last updated: 10 February 2024

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of English in a Global Context
  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 10 February 2024