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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
An original piece of research work undertaken as part of a Doctor of Philosophy in the fields of accounting, economics and finance.
Unit was previously coded ECF7200
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This is a self-directed research thesis unit. Progress will be supervised by the principal supervisor and any co-supervisors. The preparation of the thesis will be carried out with support from the supervisors. Assistance with administrative matters may also be sought from the discipline postgraduate course coordinator and staff of the Graduate Reasearch School. The student and their principal supervisor will agree on progress review and submission dates. The procedures associated with progress through Doctoral studies are documented in the Graduate Research School web page. Conditions for Continuation in Good Standing Applicants for Doctor of Philosophy are accepted in the first instance on condition of a successful written submission and candidature is confirmed by oral defence of a detailed research proposal. If the defence is successful, continuation in the Doctor of Philosophy program is granted. Normally this occurs within 6 months after admission if full-time or 12 months after admission if part-time.
GS3 GRADING SCHEMA 3 Used for research or project units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
An original piece of research work undertaken as part of a Doctor of Philosophy in the fields of accounting, economics and finance.
Unit was previously coded ECF7200
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
This is a self-directed research thesis unit. Progress will be supervised by the principal supervisor and any co-supervisors. The preparation of the thesis will be carried out with support from the supervisors. Assistance with administrative matters may also be sought from the discipline postgraduate course coordinator and staff of the Graduate Reasearch School. The student and their principal supervisor will agree on progress review and submission dates. The procedures associated with progress through Doctoral studies are documented in the Graduate Research School web page. Conditions for Continuation in Good Standing Applicants for Doctor of Philosophy are accepted in the first instance on condition of a successful written submission and candidature is confirmed by oral defence of a detailed research proposal. If the defence is successful, continuation in the Doctor of Philosophy program is granted. Normally this occurs within 6 months after admission if full-time or 12 months after admission if part-time.
GS3 GRADING SCHEMA 3 Used for research or project units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
AFE7200|1|2