Overview

This unit will introduce you to undertaking a research project in one of the core disciplines in science. You will work with an academic supervisor on either an experimental or theoretical project. You will develop research skills including reviewing and critically analysing literature, project management, data gathering and analysis, and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
SSA-02-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
SSB-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Vanessa Wong

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Vanessa Wong

Notes

You should contact potential supervisors prior to the semester of study to organise a research project supervisor in an area that you are interested in. You can also contact the unit coordinator for guidance if they are having trouble finding an appropriate supervisor.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Demonstrate an ability to synthesise and critically evaluate relevant scientific literature associated with the research project;

2.

Plan aspects of a research project and manage project timelines;

3.

Communicate effectively, both in written and oral formats, with your supervisor, colleagues and other project-related staff;

4.

Demonstrate clear record-keeping skills of the work completed;

5.

Demonstrate the ability to generate, collate or access appropriate data and analyse and interpret data using appropriate methods;

6.

Communicate scientific research findings via oral presentations and written reports.

Teaching approach

Research activities

Assessment

1 - Literature review in the area of the research project
2 - Project work: Journal which outlines planning, challenges and progress
3 - Oral presentation
4 - Final report

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Seminars
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Other unit costs

Depending on the research project, you may be required to purchase additional items such as:

  • Lab coat $35
  • Safety glasses $8
  • Lab book or log book $3