Thesis Research

Unit code: APM6030 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Nicholson
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit is designed to provide students with experience in planning, conducting, analysing and reporting a major research project in their area of interest. The thesis will be of the same quality as a Master degree by research, but the scope of the research will be smaller.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Identify an academic research question and design a research project to investigate this thesis;
  2. Choose a research methodology and methods and use these methods to collect and analyse data;
  3. Utilise standard APA (6th) formatting style; and
  4. Apply academic learning to develop an original research thesis.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Thesis
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Grade: 100%
All theses will be assessed by two independent markers, one internal and one external

Minimum effective word limit 10000 words

Required reading

To be advised by lecturer.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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