RES405 Social Science Honours Dissertation PT Part B (16)

In this subject, students will complete their planned Honours research. Students will be guided by their supervisor(s) to develop their knowledge, skills, and confidence as a researcher, particularly in relation to data analysis and interpretation. Through regular communication with their supervisor(s), students will have opportunities to reflect on their collected data, analyses, and interpretations to produce a completed research dissertation.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Research (Honours).

Prerequisites

RES401 and RES403

Incompatible Subjects

RES403

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to demonstrate knowledge of research methods and sound study design, including how study design can impact on the interpretation of data;
  • be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills of data analysis and interpretation; and
  • be able to effectively communicate the rationale, method, and results of a research project via a research dissertation.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Analyse and interpret data
  • Draw conclusions from data analysis
  • Identify possible application of research findings to policy development and future research
  • Dissertation presentation

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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