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Fenner School of Environment and Society · ANU Joint Colleges of Science
This is an Masters Research course that starts before the official start of semester. Consult the school for more details. The thesis presents a major piece of guided independent research on a topic agreed between the student and their supervisor. It typically involves a literature review and an appropriate form of critical analysis of sources of primary and /or secondary data; it may involve field and/or laboratory work. The thesis must show evidence of wide reading and understanding, of critical analysis and/or appropriate use of advanced research techniques. All students must attend relevant seminars, present at least one seminar, and comply with any other prescribed conditions.
Annotated bibliography (hurdle requirement)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 6
Research reflection (hurdle requirement)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Dissertation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Final seminar
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester per 6 units of enrolment including: - Face-to-face component as negotiated with the supervisor - Independent study 10 - 40 hours per week depending on the units of enrolment per semester. Students are expected to maintain regular contact with their supervisor and attend all supervisory meetings. Work Integrated Learning Projects Students may engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a component of the course Other Information This course contains hurdle requirements (Annotated Bibliography and Research Reflection). Admission to the Masters dissertation requires completion of the 48 units of the Coursework component at Distinction level or better. A relevant research methods course must be completed. An Independent Research Project must be completed. Admission and the choice of research topic is dependent on the availability and agreement of an appropriate supervisor. The course can be taken as a variable unit. As such, the scope and word limit of the dissertation will be customised as agreed between the student, convener and supervisor on commencement of enrolment. Students will be allocated a CRS upon successful completion of both the annotated bibliography and research reflection.
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