GEOG 5550A - Dissertation Env Pol & Mgt (Applied) F/T Part 1
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GEOG 5550A Course Dissertation Env Pol & Mgt (Applied) F/T Part 1 Coordinating Unit Geography, Environment and Population Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites 24 units in the MEnvPolicy&Policy(App) Restrictions Available to MEnvPolicy&Policy(App) students only Assessment 20000-24000 word internal and external assessment of research dissertation on a theme appropriate to Environmental Policy and Management Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Melissa Nursey-Bray
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course students will:
1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the different steps in research
2. Critically reflect on and interrogate literature in thier field
3. Demonstrate capacity to undertake research at post graduate levelUniversity Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1, 2, 3 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1, 2, 3 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 1, 2, 3 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 1, 2, 3 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 2, 3 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1, 2, 3 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1, 2, 3 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
There are no prescribed texts for this courseRecommended Resources
Students will receive advice on supporting texts that wil be useful to their disseration by the dissertation coordinator and/or other staff as relevant and needed for completion of thier particular topic of research.Online Learning
There are no set online activitite for this course though students wil be given many sites that are online (ie referencing sites, research technique toolkits etc) to support their research. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is designed to encourage students to undertake active independent learning by research. They will be provided with a number of learning resources via online, face to face interaction with their supervisor and a number of workshops designed to build skills in doing researchWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
This course requires students to undertake a substantial portion via independent learning and research.
They are also required to attend a number of workshops and have regular meetings with their coordinator who will offer supervisory one on one advice on their search.
Thus it is anticipated students will spend:
1 hours a fortnight @ 14 weeks meeting the coordinator: 7 hours
8 hours a week @ 14 weeks reading and doing research: 112 hours
2 hours a week @ 12 weeks completing formative assessments: 24 hours
Attendance at 3 workshops @ 2 hours each: 6 hours
4 hours verbal preparation and presentation: 4 hours
Total: 153Learning Activities Summary
As this is a research course, there is not a weekly timetable of activities.
However, there are a series of workshops that students must attend.
These workshops will be held at fortnightly intervals during the semester.
Students will undertake the following activities:
Regular meetings with supervisor: Ongoing throughout term
Workshop 1: Induction: Doing dissertation research
Workshop 2: How to write a literature review
Workshop 3: Writing workshop
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assignment 1: Completion of literature review: Formative
Assignment 2: Full draft of Masters dissertation: Formative
Assignment 3: Verbal presentation of dissertation topic: Formative
Assignment 4: Dissertation (10 or 20 thousand words depending on units): 100%Assessment Detail
Assignment 1: Completion of literature review
Students will be required to present a full copy of their literature review – on the Masters topic they have chosen, to the coordinator for feedback
Assignment 2: Full draft of Masters dissertation
Students will be required to present a full copy of their Masters dissertation, to the coordinator for feedback
Assignment 3: Verbal presentation of dissertation topic
Students will present a 15 minute verbal summary of their dissertation to their peers and other staff for feedback
Assignment 4: Dissertation (10 or 20 thousand words depending on units)
Students will present a full revised copy of their dissertation to the Course coordinator for assessment.
Submission
Submission dates are given to students at the start of each SemesterCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
NOG (No Grade Associated) Grade Description CN Continuing Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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