ASC532 Master's Research Dissertation (32)
CSU Discipline Area: Animal and Vet Science (ANVET)
Duration: Two sessions
Abstract:
The subject is one of a suite of Masters research subjects allowing a sufficiently flexible combination of subjects to reflect the subject equivalent load of their Masters research project. Within these subjects, students will develop an advanced level of knowledge in a nominated discipline, and develop research, verbal and written skills in a specialised field. The Masters research includes the presentation of at least one seminar, project reports and a final dissertation.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga | Session 2 |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ASC532
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Masters students only
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills relevant to conducting research, especially for entry to higher degree courses;
- be able to demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge in the area of specialisation;
- be able to demonstrate verbal and written skills relevant to advanced studies.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Students select a research topic and develop a plan for a research project, under the guidance of the supervisor(s), which is relevant to the nominated discipline. Students are required to submit a progress report to the supervisor(s) during the program and deliver one seminar on their research project to an audience.
Specialised Resources
The research project may incur substantial operating costs. Students must have formal arrangements in place to cover such costs before commencing the Subject.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.