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Geography Minor Research Project Part 1 (GEOG90031)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The Geography Minor Research Project allows students to develop advanced research skills by carrying out an independent research project in a field of Geography. The thesis will demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research.
Intended learning outcomes
The objectives of this subject are to develop in students:
- an in-depth appreciation for the research process by carrying out a project, including the inception of a proposal, planning and implementation, and analysis, reporting and defending;
- investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and analyse data;
- knowledge and understanding of the discipline area; and
- significant academic research and writing skills.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students will have gained experience in:
- To demonstrate advanced communication skills, both written and oral;
- To demonstrate the ability and self-confidence to comprehend complex debates and concepts;
- To be capable of undertaking directed research;
- Thinking critically;
- Obtaining information to address research questions.
Last updated: 24 January 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG90029 | Research Methods in Geography | February (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
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: 24 January 2023
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Written research proposal
| By week 8 of the first semester of enrolment in the research project | 12.5% |
Oral research proposal presentation
| By week 8 of the first semester of enrolment in the research project | 12.5% |
Oral research results presentation
| By week 11 of the second semester of enrolment in the research project | 12.5% |
Research thesis
| End of the second semester of enrolment | 62.5% |
Additional details
These assessment requirements are applicable to the entire 50 point Minor Research Project.
Last updated: 24 January 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Russell Drysdale Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 30 - Regular meetings as arranged with supervisors Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Russell Drysdale Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 30 - Regular meetings as arranged with supervisors Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.
Last updated: 24 January 2023
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:
Type Name Course Master of Geography - 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: 24 January 2023