Students will apply concepts explored within EMSC8017: Research Methods of Earth Sciences to develop a written Research Proposal for their Research Project (EMSC8030) under the guidance of a nominated supervisor. As a part of this proposal, students will critically review relevant literature and contextualize their research aims and methods. They will summarize their research plans to a peer audience, via an oral presentation.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Synthesize and critically evaluate peer-reviewed literature relevant to their research project topic.
- Critically evaluate the research methods used in the literature cited.
- Develop research questions and critical thinking, building on the literature relevant to their topic.
- Integrate diverse methods and theories to develop and design their own Earth Sciences research project and contextualize their research aims and methods.
- Communicate ideas, both orally and in writing, to both a peer and non-specialist audience.
Indicative Assessment
- Literature Review (30) [LO 1,2,5]
- Research Proposal (40) [LO 3,4,5]
- Research Presentation (30) [LO 3,4,5]
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Workload
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including:
• Face-to face meetings with your project supervisor on a agreed time schedule.
• The majority of your workload will consist of self-directed study, including preparation and development of a literature review and your final project proposal/presentation.
Inherent Requirements
Not yet determined
Requisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the Research School of Earth Sciences to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Prescribed Texts
Relevant texts for each students will be communicated via the supervisor both in advance and during discussions.
Preliminary Reading
N/A
Assumed Knowledge
An undergraduate-level background in Earth Sciences, or cognate subjects, such as Chemistry, Marine Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Physical Geography.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 units
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $4680 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $6720 |
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2723 | 17 Feb 2025 | 24 Feb 2025 | 31 Mar 2025 | 23 May 2025 | In Person | View |
Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7795 | 21 Jul 2025 | 28 Jul 2025 | 31 Aug 2025 | 24 Oct 2025 | In Person | N/A |