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Research School of Earth Sciences · ANU College of Science and Medicine
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.
Literature Review
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 5
Research Proposal
Learning outcomes 3, 4, 5
Research Presentation
Learning outcomes 3, 4, 5
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.
Relevant texts for each students will be communicated via the supervisor both in advance and during discussions. Preliminary Reading N/A