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ASC516 Master's Research Project (16)

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 two seminars, project reports and a final dissertation.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
InternalWagga Wagga Campus
DistanceWagga Wagga Campus
Session 2
InternalWagga Wagga Campus
DistanceWagga Wagga Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ASC516
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
Two sessionsHD/FLSchool of Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Enrolment restrictions

Master Students only

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills relevant to conducting research;
  • 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 this Subject.

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.