Minor Research Project (AGRI90070)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Coordinator: Hang-Wei Hu hang-wei.hu@unimelb.edu.au
Coordinator: Zahra Islam zahra.islam@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Coordinator: Hang-Wei Hu hang-wei.hu@unimelb.edu.au
Coordinator: Zahra Islam zahra.islam@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject enables students to conduct an original research topic under supervision, as approved by an academic project supervisor. 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 a project supervisor in consultation with the student and subject coordinator. Students are strongly encouraged to initiate project ideas within existing networks or to identify a project topic of keen interest, 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 original 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 their supervisor where students report on progress, difficulties and research plans. Other workshops will deliver skill development in oral and written report presentation.
If you wish to complete the Minor Project over 1 year please enrol in AGRI90079 Minor Research Project Part 1 AND AGRI90081 Minor Research Project Part 2.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject
- Undertake a minor original research project as a capstone learning activity on a topic in a Faculty-supported disciplinary area
- Integration and application of 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
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI90075 | Research Methods For Life Sciences | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
| NRMT90003 | Social Research Methods | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Undertaking a research project is conditional upon obtaining approval from a supervisor. Details regarding to the research area of academic supervisors and enrolment method, please visit https://science.unimelb.edu.au/students/plan-your-study/agriculture-food-science-research-projects
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRI90072 | Major Research Project |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
50 |
| AGRI90079 | Minor Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| AGRI90080 | Major Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| AGRI90081 | Minor Research Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| AGRI90082 | Major Research Project Part 2 |
Semester 1 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
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.
This course requires all students to actively and safely participate in field excursions and laboratory activities. Students who feel their disability may impact upon their participation are encouraged to discuss this matter with the Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support.
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 |
|---|---|---|
Research proposal
| Week 5 | 20% |
Final Report due immediately after the SWOTVAC period
| During the assessment period | 60% |
Oral Presentation due in Week 12
| End of the teaching period | 20% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinators Hang-Wei Hu and Zahra Islam Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total of 340 hours for Part 1 & Part 2 across consecutive study periods. 1 x 1-hour lecture and 10-hours of individual project work per week for 12 weeks. Regular meetings with project supervisor, with frequency and duration to be agreed upon and scheduled in consultation with the supervisor. 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 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
Coordinator: Hang-Wei Hu hang-wei.hu@unimelb.edu.au
Coordinator: Zahra Islam zahra.islam@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2
Coordinators Hang-Wei Hu and Zahra Islam Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total of 340 hours for Part 1 & Part 2 across consecutive study periods. 1 x 1-hour lecture and 10-hours of individual project work per week for 12 weeks. Regular meetings with project supervisor, with frequency and duration to be agreed upon and scheduled in consultation with the supervisor. 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 21 November 2025 Semester 2 contact information
Coordinator: Hang-Wei Hu hang-wei.hu@unimelb.edu.au
Coordinator: Zahra Islam zahra.islam@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
340 hours
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Food Science Course Master of Food and Packaging Innovation - Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 4 March 2025