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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.
This unit is instrumental in preparing a thesis. Students will continue to develop a range of skills necessary for research including accessing library databases, using relevant software as applicable, refining a research topic, and identifying a theoretical or conceptual framework. In addition, students will develop an understanding of research ethics. Students will prepare and then defend a research proposal.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
The unit's content will be devised following consultations with the student, the postgraduate coordinator and potential supervisors. Once an appropriate topic is finalised and supervisors nominated, the student will consult with the supervisors regarding the unit content and reading materials. Students are required to have a working knowledge of their role and responsibilities as students according to ECU policies and rules.
GS4 GRADING SCHEMA 4 Used for undifferentiated pass/fail 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.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Assignment | Research proposal |
| Exercise | Research ethics awareness |
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.
This unit is instrumental in preparing a research proposal and a thesis. Students will continue to develop a range of skills necessary for research including accessing library databases, using relevant software as applicable, refining a research topic, and identifying a theoretical or conceptual framework. In addition, students will develop an understanding of research ethics. Students will prepare and then defend a research proposal.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Classes will comprise of lectures, workshops and self-directed learning weeks supervised by the unit coordinator and research supervisors. Some classes may include guest speakers from ECU's Graduate Research School, Library Services and Research Ethics Committee. The program of study will be designed according to individual students' research areas. Students are required to consult with research supervisors and the unit coordinator on the required reading and the list of seminal research work in their discipline area. Students are required to have a working knowledge of their role and responsibilities as research students according to ECU policies and rules.
GS4 GRADING SCHEMA 4 Used for undifferentiated pass/fail 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.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Assignment | Critical review of literature |
| Exercise | Research ethics awareness |
| Assignment ^ | Research proposal and oral presentation |
^ Mandatory to Pass
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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