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Major Research Project (AGRI90072)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 50On Campus (Parkville)
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Overview
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This subject enables students to conduct an original research topic under supervision, as approved by an academic project supervisor. The work commitment over one consecutive semester will be equivalent to lecture and practical based subjects worth 50 points. The content and extent of the project will be determined by a project supervisor in consultation with the student and Subject Coordinator, where necessary. 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. Compared to the Minor Research Project, the major project requires deeper and higher-level analysis. 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 Major Research Project over 1 year please enrol in both AGRI90080 Major Research Project Part 1 AND AGRI90082 Major Research Project Part 2.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should have developed the ability to
- Undertake a major original research project as a capstone learning activity on a topic in a Faculty-supported disciplinary area
- 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
- 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: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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AGRI90075 | Research Methods For Life Sciences | Semester 1 (Online) |
12.5 |
NRMT90003 | Social Research Methods | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Note: these subjects can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
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 |
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AGRI90070 | Minor Research Project |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
AGRI90079 | Minor Research Project Part 1 |
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (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 2 (Early-Start) (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (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 |
Recommended background knowledge
It is highly recommended that students have an average grade of 75% or more in the graduate subjects undertaken prior to commencing the Major Research Project.
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Project Proposal due Monday 9.00am of week 6
| Week 5 | 10% |
A thesis/body of work due Monday 9.00am after the SWOTVAC period
| During the assessment period | 70% |
Oral Presentation
| End of semester | 20% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Pangzhen Zhang Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One hour per week class time, scheduled supervisor meetings plus individual project work. Meeting frequency / duration to be agreed with the project supervisor. Total time commitment 680 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 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Pangzhen Zhang Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One hour per week class time, scheduled supervisor meetings plus individual project work. Meeting frequency / duration to be agreed with the project supervisor. Total time commitment 680 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
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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.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Food Science - 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.
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
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: 31 January 2024