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Climate Science Research Project Pt.2 (ATOC90021)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Overview
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This subject allows students to conduct an independent, original research project in a specified area of climate science. The project comprises a review of a body of literature, a review and discussion of prior research, development of a research plan, followed by some original research. The specific focus of the research project will be developed through discussion with an academic supervisor on a topic that is aligned with the student and supervisor’s interests, taking into account the necessary and available expertise, data, and facilities. Proposals for research projects must be submitted to the subject coordinator in the semester prior to commencement in the subject. Final approval for the topic lies with the subject coordinator.
The work will be equivalent to lecture and practical based subjects worth 25 points. The work commitment includes regular one-hour meetings with supervisors where students report on progress, difficulties, research plans and research results. The majority of the time will be spent on independent research activities by the student.
Note: Only mid-year commencing students should enrol in this project part. Start-year students should enrol in ATOC90019.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Undertake original research on topic pertaining to climate science;
- Synthesise existing literature on a topic of interest and devise an appropriate research project that addresses key outstanding questions in the field;
- Plan an appropriate program of data acquisition, analysis or generation (eg, modeling) in order to answer the questions being addressed;
- Analyse and interpret the results of their work, suggesting further avenues for research beyond the scope of their project;
- Present research findings in clear, concise and persuasive written and verbal forms.
Generic skills
- Enhance their skills in critical thinking.
- Apply critical thinking skills and foundational research skills to develop and address a research question.
- Demonstrate planning and time management skills.
- Undertake research independently.
- Demonstrate a capacity to communicate research findings clearly, comprehensively and persuasively.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Only available to students enrolled in the Master of Climate Science. Approval by the subject coordinator is required and is dependent on having an approved project and supervisor.
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Additional details
Please refer to the assessment details for Climate Science Research Project Pt.1 (ATOC9XXXX).
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Andrew King Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 26 hours (at least weekly hour-long meetings with supervisor during semester 1 and semester 2) Attendance and participation in a 2-hour cohort workshop in semester 1 is also expected. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024