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Computer Science Research Project Part 1 (COMP90078)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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Students undertake a year-long (full-time equivalent) research project under the supervision of academic staff from the School of Computing and Information Systems.

For a full-time enrolment, the subject continues over two consecutive study periods (full-time) with students enrolling in parts 1 and 2 in one study period, and then parts 3 and 4 in the consecutive study period, for a combined total enrolment of 100 credit points. To enable part-time study, part-time students may take one subject in a single semester. A mark for the subject/s will not be awarded until the entire 100 points of enrolment has been completed. All subjects are offered in both semester 1 and 2.

Satisfactory completion of the research proposal (in parts 1 and 2) is required to progress to parts 3 and 4.

Information provided on this page applies to all 'parts' of the subject:

  • Computer Science Research Project Pt 1 (25 pts)
  • Computer Science Research Project Pt 2 (25 pts)
  • Computer Science Research Project Pt 3 (25 pts)
  • Computer Science Research Project Pt 4 (25 pts)

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of the sequence of Computer Science Research Project subjects, the student is expected to have:

  • Demonstrate research maturity by independently carrying out a substantial research project, involving identification of an appropriate research question, planning and execution of experimental or theoretical research, and synthesis of research findings
  • Identify, interpret and critically evaluate relevant research and theory in computer science
  • Report research findings in both written and oral forms
  • Demonstrate an understanding of, and responsibly apply, ethical principles and procedures in research

Generic skills

  • Have the ability to demonstrate advanced independent critical enquiry, analysis and reflection
  • Have a strong sense of intellectual integrity and the ethics of scholarship
  • Have in-depth knowledge of their specialist discipline(s)
  • Reach a high level of achievement in writing, project activities, problem-solving and communication
  • Be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
  • Be able to examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
  • Have a set of flexible and transferable skills for different types of employment

Last updated: 8 November 2024