Food Innovation Research Project (FOOD90043)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1 (Extended)
Dr Pangzhen Zhang
Semester 2 (Extended)
Dr Pangzhen Zhang
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 (Extended) Semester 2 (Extended) |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject enables students to conduct a research topic under supervision, as approved by an academic project supervisor. The research is conducted as a group project with 2-3 students. The work commitment over one semester will be equivalent to lecture and practical based subjects worth 25 points. The content and extent of the project will be determined by the subject coordinator and project supervisor in consultation with the students. Students will be offered different group projects to choose. Alternatively, students can also initiate project ideas or to identify a project topic of keen interest to the group, through discussion with Faculty staff, prior to subject commencement.
The project represents a capstone subject and comprises a review of a body of relevant literature, together with a critical evaluation of research or experimental protocols, a modest experiment, or limited exploration of a scientific problem, or an investigation into a problem using an approved methodology. Following an initial workshop to establish subject expectations, deliverables and skill base requirements, projects will generally involve regular meetings with subject coordinator and supervisor where students report on progress, difficulties and research plans. Other workshops will deliver skill development in oral and written report presentation.
Note: For students enrolled in the Semester 1 offering, a Dookie campus visit of up to two weeks will be required unless an exemption is granted.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Develop project management skills in conducting a food science research project in a group
- Integrate and apply disciplinary knowledge and skills to an independently generated research question and investigation
- Analyse and synthesise salient features and important theoretical, methodological and empirical trends in published literature and data
- Present research findings in clear, concise and persuasive written and verbal forms
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students will have:
- Capacity to articulate knowledge and understanding in oral and written presentations and to allow informed dialogue with individuals and groups from industry, government and the community
- Ability to evaluate and synthesise the research and professional literature in the discipline
- Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning and research, and enhance teamwork skills
- Practical skills in safe handling of food ingredients and safe operation of equipment and machines
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
A minimum of 100 credit points in subjects in Master of Food Science
Including:
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI90075 | Research Methods For Life Sciences | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI90080 | Major Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| AGRI90082 | Major Research Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| AGRI90072 | Major Research Project |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
50 |
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: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Group Project Proposal equivalent to 1000 words per student
| Week 5 | 15% |
Group Industry Visit Report equivalent to 1000 words per student
| Week 8 | 15% |
Group oral presentation
| Week 12 | 20% |
Individual Final Report
| During the examination period | 50% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Extended)
Principal coordinator Pangzhen Zhang Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Lectures: Total 12 hours (1 hour per week centrally timetable) with focus on how to conduct research and basic research skills. Tutorials: Total 10 hours per group (not in central timetable) to cover technique specific to the research topic. Practical class activities: Maximum 65 hours to conduct the research project. Industry visit: Total 8 hours Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 4 July 2025 Semester 1 (Extended) contact information
Dr Pangzhen Zhang
- Semester 2 (Extended)
Principal coordinator Pangzhen Zhang Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Lectures: Total 12 hours (1 hour per week centrally timetable) with focus on how to conduct research and basic research skills. Tutorials: Total 10 hours per group (not in central timetable) to cover technique specific to the research topic. Practical class activities: Maximum 65 hours to conduct the research project. Industry visit: Total 8 hours Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 28 July 2025 to 26 October 2025 Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 28 November 2025 Semester 2 (Extended) contact information
Dr Pangzhen Zhang
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Additional delivery details
For students enrolled in Semester 1 only:
Additional costs:
Students enrolled in Semester 1 need to stay at the Dookie campus for up to 2 weeks depending on project requirements, and they can choose to stay over the weekend or not, which will result in different prices for accommodation and food. If they stay during weekend, the total price would be approximately $735 for two weeks including the weekend of the first week (this may vary from year to year). If they choose to leave on Friday of the first week and come back on Sunday, then the cost is approximately $650 for two weeks. Please note that these prices are subject to change.
Estimated Cost (this may vary from year to year)
5 nights’ accommodation plus 4 evening meals = $325.00 (Evening meals – Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu)
7 nights’ accommodation plus 4 evening meals = $410.00 (Evening meals – Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu)
Additional Details
Students are to bring their own bedding.
Students are to self-cater their own breakfast, lunches, and weekend meals.
Students are to bring their own cooking utensils.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025