HPS787 - Research Thesis C

Unit details

Year:

2024 unit information

Enrolment modes:Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Waterfront (Geelong)
Credit point(s):2
EFTSL value:0.250
Unit Chair:Trimester 2: Nicki Dowling
Cohort rule:This unit is only available to students enrolled in H750
Prerequisite:

HPS767

Corequisite:Nil
Incompatible with: HPS729
Typical study commitment:

Students will on average spend 300 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site.

Educator-facilitated (scheduled) learning activities - on-campus unit enrolment:

Students are expected to attend regular meetings with their academic supervisor, either in person or online.

Content

This is the last of the three research thesis units (HPS766, HPS767 and HPS787). During this unit students are expected to submit a written empirical report (maximum 6000 words).

ULO

These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can:

Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes

ULO1

Analyse and interpret research data using appropriate data analysis methods.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO5: Problem solving
GLO6: Self-management

ULO2

Present statistical information in an accurate, clear and effective manner.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO2: Communication
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO6: Self-management

ULO3

Present the results of research in the form of a scholarly journal article. Demonstrate the following skills in the task:

  • Draw conclusions from the research findings
  • Assess the implications and applications of the research
  • Explain the limitations of the research
  • Suggest ways to overcome these limitations in future research

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO2: Communication
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO5: Problem solving
GLO6: Self-management
GLO8: Global citizenship

ULO4

Acknowledge the work and intellectual property rights of others through appropriate citation and use of copyright- protected tests.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO2: Communication
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO6: Self-management
GLO8: Global citizenship

ULO5

Communicate clearly, effectively and scientifically.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO2: Communication
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO4: Critical thinking
GLO5: Problem solving
GLO6: Self-management

ULO6

Adhere to approved written presentation guidelines.

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities
GLO2: Communication
GLO3: Digital literacy
GLO6: Self-management

Assessment

Trimester 2:
Assessment description Student output Grading and weighting
(% total mark for unit)
Indicative due week
Assessment 1: Research thesis 6000 words  
  • Refer to unit site

The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.

Learning Resource

There is no prescribed text. Unit materials are provided via the unit site. This includes unit topic readings and references to further information.

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