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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 will develop critical and analytical skills by undertaking research in an area of relevance to the field of Social Work. Students will learn how to write a literature review in their chosen research area, integrate their research within an appropriate theoretical and/or methodological framework, and communicate their research to specialist and non-specialist audiences. Research projects are supervised by staff who possess research interests and experience in the relevant area.
Students must pass 1 unit from SWK6112
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will work with a nominated supervisor. The student and supervisor will agree on progress review dates.
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 Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Project Plan | 10% |
| Report | Research Report (12,000 - 14,000 words) | 70% |
| Presentation | Online Presentation | 20% |
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 will develop critical and analytical skills by undertaking research in an area of relevance to the field of Social Work. Students will learn how to write a literature review in their chosen research area, integrate their research within an appropriate theoretical and/or methodological framework, and communicate their research to specialist and non-specialist audiences. Research projects are supervised by staff who possess research interests and experience in the relevant area.
Students must pass 1 unit from SWK6112
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will work with a nominated supervisor. The student and supervisor will agree on progress review dates.
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 Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Project Plan | 10% |
| Report | Research Report (12,000 - 14,000 words) | 70% |
| Presentation | Online Presentation | 20% |
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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