Research Thesis
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
This unit of study is designed to provide students with experience in planning, conducting and reporting a research project. The broad aim is to promote the development of the student as an independent researcher. The area of content will reflect the thesis supervisor's research expertise. Students will design and carry out an independent investigation and report their findings in a thesis or research report. The thesis is a compulsory component completed over two semesters via enrolment in this unit and AHP4015 - Extended Research Thesis.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Critically review relevant literature and exemplify understanding of the depth and breadth of knowledge in a particular research area;
- Postulate a research problem and question; and
- Deconstruct ethical and methodological issues in the design and reporting of research.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Literature Review | Grade: Pass/Fail
Research Thesis Literature Review (2500-3000 words)
Required reading
To be advised by supervisor.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):