WS4003 - Honours Reading and Research Design

Credit points:	12
Year:	2005
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
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The project provides a broad overview of research methods and guidance in the design of a sound honours level research study. It will be undertaken by the student with the supervisor.

Learning Outcomes

• to assist students to clarify their research focus;
• to write a research proposal.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner.

Prerequisites:	BCW degree or equivalent
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	WS4001

Availabilities
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Census Date 06-May-2005
Contact hours:	78 hours
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Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Susan Gair.
Contact hours:	78 hours
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Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Susan Gair.
Contact hours:	78 hours
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Census Date 06-May-2005
Face to face teaching (Consult School for on-campus attendance requirements)
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Susan Gair.
Contact hours:	20 hours - Contact hours individually negotiated with supervisor
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Census Date 06-May-2005
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Susan Gair.
Contact hours:	10 hours - 10 hours of study required per week.
Method of Delivery:	Printed materials
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Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.