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Geography Minor Research Project Part 1 (GEOG90031)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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The Geography Minor Research Project allows students to develop advanced research skills by carrying out an independent research project in a field of Geography. The thesis will demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research.

Intended learning outcomes

The objectives of this subject are to develop in students:



  • an in-depth appreciation for the research process by carrying out a project, including the inception of a proposal, planning and implementation, and analysis, reporting and defending;
  • investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and analyse data;
  • knowledge and understanding of the discipline area; and
  • significant academic research and writing skills.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject students will have gained experience in:

  • To demonstrate advanced communication skills, both written and oral;
  • To demonstrate the ability and self-confidence to comprehend complex debates and concepts;
  • To be capable of undertaking directed research;
  • Thinking critically;
  • Obtaining information to address research questions.

Last updated: 31 January 2024

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
GEOG90029 Research Methods in Geography
February (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

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

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Written research proposal

  • 2500 words
By week 8 of the first semester of enrolment in the research project12.5%

Oral research proposal presentation

  • 20 minutes
By week 8 of the first semester of enrolment in the research project12.5%

Oral research results presentation

  • 20 minutes
By week 11 of the second semester of enrolment in the research project12.5%

Research thesis

  • 12,500 words
End of the second semester of enrolment62.5%

Additional details

These assessment requirements are applicable to the entire 50 point Minor Research Project.

Last updated: 31 January 2024

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Principal coordinatorRussell Drysdale
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours30 - Regular meetings as arranged with supervisors
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period26 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 ends21 June 2024

    Semester 1 contact information

    rnd@unimelb.edu.au

  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorRussell Drysdale
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours30 - Regular meetings as arranged with supervisors
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024
    Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024
    Census date 2 September 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail20 September 2024
    Assessment period ends15 November 2024

    Semester 2 contact information

    rnd@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

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Additional delivery details

This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.

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:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Geography
  • 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