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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.
In this unit, students design a research project which extends existing knowledge in the field of Speech Pathology. Students develop the research question (or questions) and write a research proposal outlining a suitable research methodology and analysis techniques to be used.
Regular supervision and consultation with supervisor(s) and seminars that may be conducted outside of the normal teaching semesters.
Unit was previously coded SPE4107
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Depending on the particular project proposal, this unit may also include experience with an ethics application. Students will develop effective library and research design skills.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework 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 School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Research Paper ^ | Thesis proposal | 80% |
| Presentation ^ | Oral presentation of proposal | 20% |
^ 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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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.
In this unit, students design a research project which extends existing knowledge in the field of Speech Pathology. Students develop the research question (or questions) and write a research proposal outlining a suitable research methodology and analysis techniques to be used.
Regular supervision and consultation with supervisor(s) and seminars that may be conducted outside of the normal teaching semesters.
Unit was previously coded SPE4107
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Depending on the particular project proposal, this unit may also include experience with an ethics application. Students will develop effective library and research design skills.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework 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 School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Research Paper ^ | Thesis proposal | 80% |
| Presentation ^ | Oral presentation of proposal | 20% |
^ 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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